Abstract
BACKGROUND: Diabetes mellitus is a prevailing health concern in rural India, with its associated complications, notably diabetic foot ulcers, contributing to significant morbidity and mortality. This journal delves into the potential of continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) technology to revolutionize the management of diabetic foot complications within the context of rural India. The resource constraints and limited access to healthcare facilities prevalent in developing countries accentuate the challenges in diabetic foot care. This article highlights how CGM technology addresses these challenges by providing real-time glucose level insights to patients and healthcare providers alike. DESCRIPTION: Our 1(st) case is a 62-year-old male with a non-healing diabetic foot ulcer, complicated by severe sensorimotor neuropathy owing to suboptimal glycemic control. Our second patient is a 55-year-old male tailor with poorly controlled diabetes who developed a recurrent follicular abscess despite prior antibiotic therapy. Our 3(rd) case features a 46-year-old male farmer with uncontrolled diabetes and persistent tinea pedis. Despite multiple antifungal treatments, the infection persisted. By using CGM to monitor blood glucose levels, and adjusting the diet regimen, alongside antidiabetic therapy, all these patients recovered completely without any surgical interventions. CONCLUSION: These cases underscore the importance of CGM in achieving tight glycemic control, improving infection resolution, and enhancing patient well-being, particularly in cases where traditional approaches may have been insufficient.