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What Causes Odor From Feet While Suffering From A Toe Ulcer?
I am diabetic and has had a problem with a toe ulcer for about 4 years. Now that wound is closed and there appears no sign of infections, however I have noticed a foot odor for the past cuoplele of weeks. should I be worried that the odor is related to the toe wound?
Wed, 12 Jun 2019
Hello,
As you explain the situation it is normal that in diabetic patients with an active wound to have a bad odor due to a gangrenous wound. If you say that it is closed to know better to see by your doctor because this is a sign of continues infection and in diabetics, there is no pain.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Jnikolla, Pulmonologist
As you explain the situation it is normal that in diabetic patients with an active wound to have a bad odor due to a gangrenous wound. If you say that it is closed to know better to see by your doctor because this is a sign of continues infection and in diabetics, there is no pain.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Jnikolla, Pulmonologist
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