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Iam a 45 year old caucasion male with diabeties ×5 years this past weekend i went on a canoe trip returned sunday night and monday morning i woke up with singular pus filled pustuals on the tops of both feet. They dont hurt or itch there is no sign that they are spreading or clustering.
Hi Thanks for posting on HCM Pus filled pustules on feet suggest a local infection probably of bacterial origin.Given your past history of diabetes, this should not be taken lightly as it may extend and become challenging to treat.I will suggest you see a Doctor immediately for examination and management.You may need a course of penicillin group of antibiotics like cloxacillin. Your blood sugar will also need to be controlled. Hope my answer will help you Best regards
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How Can Pustules On The Foot Be Treated?
Hi Thanks for posting on HCM Pus filled pustules on feet suggest a local infection probably of bacterial origin.Given your past history of diabetes, this should not be taken lightly as it may extend and become challenging to treat.I will suggest you see a Doctor immediately for examination and management.You may need a course of penicillin group of antibiotics like cloxacillin. Your blood sugar will also need to be controlled. Hope my answer will help you Best regards