1. Acanthosis Nigricans

The appearance of dark, thick, soft patches that appear in the folds of the body, such as the neck, armpits, or groin. Sometimes it can also be found on the hands, elbows, or knees. This condition often occurs in overweight people with insulin resistance. The way to deal with it is to achieve a normal body weight, so that insulin resistance can be corrected.

2. Diabetic Dermopathyq

Dermopathy looks like light brown or red, scaly patches that are oval or circular in shape. These are not age spots and most commonly appear on the front of both feet (shins). They occur due to a lack of blood supply to the skin. These spots do not hurt, itch, or open up, so they do not require treatment.

3. Necrobiosis Lipoidica

Yellow-colored, reddish or brown patches appear on the skin. They are small and protrude like pimples. When the condition worsens, it swells and hardens, then becomes itchy and painful. This condition occurs due to changes in the fat and collagen beneath the skin surface. Treatment may include steroid creams.

4. Bullosis Diabeticorum (Diabetic Blisters)

Diabetic blisters look like blisters and generally appear on the legs or sometimes on the arms and hands. This condition usually heals on its own, is painless, and does not leave a scar. Although it is rare, it is necessary to ensure that blood sugar levels remain normal to prevent the occurrence of diabetic blisters.

5. Eruptive Xanthomatosis

Small, hard yellow (pea-like) bumps appear on the back of the hands, feet, arms, legs, or buttocks, which are itchy, soft-textured, and have a red ring. This condition is caused by high levels of cholesterol and triglycerides, but is rare. Therefore, it is controlled by keeping blood fat levels normal. 

6. Digital Sclerosis

This condition causes the skin of the fingers to tighten, thicken, and become slippery on the back of the hand, making the finger joints stiff and difficult to move. This condition is more common in type 1 diabetics with high blood sugar levels. The only treatment is to lower blood sugar levels into the normal range. Meanwhile, to improve self-motion, physical therapy can be done. 

7. Disseminated Granuloma Annulare

The appearance of prominent, bumpy, or ring-shaped spots on the skin. The appearance is red, red-brown, or the same color as the skin. The most commonly affected areas are the fingers or ears. The rash generally clears up on its own without leaving a mark, but skin creams may also be required.

8. Bacterial Infection

Bacterial infections (most commonly staphylococcus) cause inflamed, hot, swollen, red and painful tissue. This condition usually occurs in the eyelids, hair follicles and nails. It can take the form of a sty, boil, folliculitis, carbuncle (pus-filled), or attack around the nail. These bacteria multiply when blood sugar levels are high.
People with diabetes have a higher risk of developing bacterial infections than people without diabetes. Treat the problem with antibiotics and keep blood sugar levels within the normal range.

9. Fungal Infection

Fungal infections in diabetes are often caused by Candida albicans. This yeast-like fungus causes an itchy, red rash surrounded by small blisters and scales, especially in moist areas such as skin folds. It is commonly found under the breasts, around the nails, between the fingers or toes, corners of the mouth, armpits and groin. 

Fungal infections are just as common as groin itching, athlete's foot, ringworm, and vaginal infections. These infections do have a higher risk when blood sugar levels are high. Therefore, continue to maintain blood sugar levels within the normal range to prevent it from happening.

Diabetics are prone to fungal infections, one of which is itching in the groin.

10. Dry and Itchy Skin

Dry and itchy skin is often experienced by many people, including diabetics, mainly due to poor circulation. Too much sugar in the blood causes the body to draw fluid from the cells in order to produce more urine, so that the sugar can leave the body. As a result, the skin becomes dry and itchy.

To prevent this from happening, again blood sugar levels should be kept within the normal range. In addition, to reduce symptoms, you can not take too long a shower, use mild soap, and do not forget to apply lotion after bathing. Don't forget to exercise regularly to improve circulation.

Dry and itchy skin often occurs due to high blood sugar levels

So, skin problems are one of the signs of high blood sugar levels in diabetics. So, skin problems are one of the signs of high blood sugar levels in diabetics. Let's take care of our blood sugar to avoid diabetes and its complications!

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