Preparing questions in advance can help patients have more meaningful discussions with their physicians regarding their conditions. Patients may wish to ask their doctor the following questions about diabetic ulcers:

1. Do I have or am I at risk of developing foot ulcers?
   
   
2. Do I have or am I at risk of developing pressure ulcers or any other kind of ulcers?
   
   
3. What dangers do diabetic ulcers pose for me?
   
   
4. Do I need to undergo any diagnostic tests?
   
   
5. What treatment do you recommend for my diabetic ulcer?
   
   
6. Can I help treat or prevent ulcers through diet and exercise?
   
   
7. Are there any exercises I should avoid?
   
   
8. What sort of foot care and skin care should I do at home?
   
   
9. How often should I have doctor assess my feet and skin?
   
   
10. What should these checkups include?
    
    
11. How can the risk of pressure ulcers be reduced for my loved one who is in a nursing home?