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Suggest Better Treatment For Infected Blister On Toe

Hi, I am a Type 1 diabetic. I developed a small blister on my toe which got infected. My local doctor thinks I may have been bitten by a spider and has taken a swab. I don't have the results yet, however, it is not really healing. I am on antibiotics also. The infection has spread slightly but the toe is still swollen and red. I would love some advice.
Tue, 21 Jul 2015
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Diabetic toe infection must be taken proper care of. The dressing of the wound should be done properly the cushioning . The area should be protected from any further injury. Your doctor is following the correct line of treatment with antibiotics and has also send sample for culture and sensitivity. According to the report he may change the antibiotic for the non healung infected toe.
Take good and proper care and get well soon.
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Suggest Better Treatment For Infected Blister On Toe

Welcome to HCM Diabetic toe infection must be taken proper care of. The dressing of the wound should be done properly the cushioning . The area should be protected from any further injury. Your doctor is following the correct line of treatment with antibiotics and has also send sample for culture and sensitivity. According to the report he may change the antibiotic for the non healung infected toe. Take good and proper care and get well soon.