Severe palmoplantar keratoderma: a cutaneous complication from sub-optimally controlled type 2 diabetes

Diabetes mellitus has multiple complications, including rare dermatologic manifestations such as PPK.This case illustrates the importance of thorough skin assessments in patients with diabetes, particularly those that have a history of sub-optimal diabetes control.A multidisciplinary approach, integrating dermatology, endocrinology and allied health services such as podiatry, is essential in managing diabetes-related complications, improving patient quality of life and preventing further complex manifestations.