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What Causes Small Sore On Leg When Having Cellulitis And Diabetes?

well my doctor already monitors my legs closely because i have circulation issues and keep developing cellulitis. but i have a small sore on the one leg and just now when was itching it pea=eled the scab off and the blood looks black coming out, was wondering if should worry or not, also i am a diabetic
Thu, 15 May 2014
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HI, thanks for using healthcare magic

It would be best to have it assessed by your doctor since you are diabetic with a history of cellulitis.

Though the area may not be infected,diabetics are at risk of infection and also poor healing. Early treatment for any infection improves the chance of resolution.

The darkness of the blood may just mean that it is old blood.

I hope this helps
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What Causes Small Sore On Leg When Having Cellulitis And Diabetes?

HI, thanks for using healthcare magic It would be best to have it assessed by your doctor since you are diabetic with a history of cellulitis. Though the area may not be infected,diabetics are at risk of infection and also poor healing. Early treatment for any infection improves the chance of resolution. The darkness of the blood may just mean that it is old blood. I hope this helps