Feet first: Diabetic foot ulcers need early action

Lubbock Online - Tec Doc

Diabetic foot ulcers are sores or wounds that are usually located on the ball of the foot or on the bottom of the big toe. About 15 percent of diabetics will experience these types of wounds. 

These wounds can become infected and instead of healing in a timely manner, they can remain open for many months.

 

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