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Keeping your home stocked with discount diabetic supplies and health and wellness supplies can be challenging and expensive. Skin prep wipes, bandages, pads, and other first aid supplies may not be expensive on an individual basis, but those small expenses add up fast, especially if you're paying out of pocket. We're here to help! Our mission is to make diabetes supplies available and accessible to everyone who needs them, even those on a tight budget. Stretch every dollar further at ADW Diabetes!
Frequently Asked Questions
Why do people with diabetes need wound care supplies?
Because diabetes affects the nervous system, people with the condition may not feel injuries when they occur. This can lead to infections and other complications. Diabetes also affects the immune and circulatory systems, which makes it more difficult for the body to heal.
Skin prep wipes, swabs, pads, and similar first aid products help to prevent complications by protecting wounds from germs - both before and after injuries occur.
What wound care supplies are most important for someone with diabetes?
Talk to a health care professional for personalized guidance. Here are some of the most common wound care supplies used by people with diabetes:
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Sterile gauze pads, sponges, and swabs
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Wound care bandages in various sizes and shapes
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Foam, alginate, or hydrogel dressings
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Antibacterial soap
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Oral or topical antibiotics
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Hydrocortisone cream
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Wound care tapes or other bandage adhesives
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Gloves
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Tweezers
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Scissors
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Pain/fever medicine
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Antiseptic cleansing wipes
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Skin prep wipes
How do I treat a diabetic wound?
Proper wound treatment depends on the specific injury, and some wounds may require professional medical assistance. If you're not sure how to treat a diabetic wound, or if you don't have the proper supplies on hand, contact a health care professional immediately. Here's a very basic rundown on how to treat minor diabetic wounds:
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Wash the wound with warm water and antibacterial soap
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Make sure the wound is completely dry
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Apply antibacterial ointment
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Bandage the wound
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Redress the wound every day until it has fully healed
Enjoy an Easy and Secure Shopping Experience
Skin prep wipes, sterile gauze pads, and other must-have first aid supplies aren’t optional. Even if you’re careful, injuries happen. Wound care is a crucial part of your diabetes management plan, so don’t put off first aid supply shopping. Fortunately, you’ll find top medical supply brands online at low prices here at ADW Diabetes!
Shop with confidence, knowing we offer easy returns. Enjoy fast shipping, and take advantage of free shipping on orders $89+. For scheduled deliveries and 5% off every order, join our Diabetic Coverage® Auto-Ship Program. Try out the ADW Diabetes App for a simple, secure shopping experience on your phone or tablet! Order your skin prep wipes and other first aid supplies today!