Test Your Knowledge

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 skin care and diabetes:

1. What kind of skin care should I do myself?
   
   
2. How often should I perform skin care?
   
   
3. Do you recommend certain skin care products for me?
   
   
4. Are there any skin care products I should avoid?
   
   
5. Can I occasionally use oil-based products, or should I use shielding lotions instead?
   
   
6. Should I apply skin care products everywhere, or avoid them in places that may harbor moisture, such as between my toes?
   
   
7. Should I bathe daily, or less often in cold and dry weather?
   
   
8. Can the seasons affect my skin care routine in other ways? Are there certain things I should do only in summer or only in winter?
   
   
9. How often should I have a doctor inspect my skin?
   
   
10. Should I see a dermatologist regularly or only if I have certain conditions?
    
    
11. What skin conditions require prompt medical attention?
    
    
12. How can I prevent diabetic skin disorders?