When to refer
- If the customer has diabetes as they are more susceptible to further complications
- If athlete’s foot has persisted after treatment
- If any condition involves weeping skin
- If symptoms may be due to an infection (e.g. if the foot is hot and painful).
Important!
Having diabetes increases people’s risk of developing foot problems as the condition can reduce blood flow to the feet and damage nerves. It’s therefore important to encourage customers with the condition to check their feet every day and seek treatment for any problems straight away.