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What Causes Swelling And Blue Discoloration In The Left Foot After An Injury?
iam a diabetic and recently had a cut on my left foot. It was infected so without seeing it my MS ordered cetflex it worked very slowly. yesterday it was swollen again and warm to the touch. It is also light blue in color I have appt next week but am afarid to wait what should I due so scared it may be onset of gangrene
Mon, 2 Jan 2017
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I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.
Infected foot in a diabetic needs utmost care. Warmth and change of color indicate progressing infection which needs immediate assessment of blood circulation and perfusion along with proper wound care. Consult a surgeon and get evaluated.
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Regards,
Dr. Vaddadi Suresh
I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.
Infected foot in a diabetic needs utmost care. Warmth and change of color indicate progressing infection which needs immediate assessment of blood circulation and perfusion along with proper wound care. Consult a surgeon and get evaluated.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Vaddadi Suresh
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