When higher humidity is present, more water will collect in the pan. If water is not draining properly from the unit to the outside: 1  Check for a clogged drain pipe - clean if necessary.  Check for dirt and debris in the base pan - clean if necessary.
Diabetes and Poor Wound Healing. Wound healing can be slowed drastically in patients with diabetes. Poor wound healing is one of the leading causes of amputation in diabetics. High blood glucose levels, poor circulation and neuropathy are of some of the reason why diabetics heal poorly. Research from the Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center in Boston, Massachusetts reveals another possible reason for slow and poor would healing. The molecule, PGC-1 alpha, may be the culprit.
Complications of diabetes include: 1  Heart Disease â People with diabetes have a higher risk for heart attack and stroke. 2  Eye Complications â People with diabetes have a higher risk of blindness and other vision problems. 3  Kidney Disease â Diabetes can damage the kidneys and may lead to kidney failure. Foot Problems â Nerve damage, infections of the feet, and problems with blood flow to the feet can be caused by diabetes. 2  Skin Complications â Diabetes can cause skin problems, such as infections, sores, and itching. 3  Skin problems are sometimes a first sign that someone has diabetes.