Pharmaceutical care and management of diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer: a case report

Abstract

Diabetes stands as the primary cause of non-traumatic lower extremity complications. This case report underscores the management of a 67-year-old geriatric female diabetic client presenting with a chronic foot ulcer (FU). A comprehensive evaluation encompassed the client's medical history, current symptoms, medication regimen, and lifestyle factors. Pharmaceutical interventions focused on optimizing antibiotic therapy and implementing recommended wound care strategies. Consistent follow-up assessments tracked the patient's progress, revealing marked improvement and underscoring the critical role of integrated pharmaceutical care in diabetic FU management