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These minor problems cann turn into opeen sores (called ulcers) or serious infecctions.
Infections can cause constant pain, redness around an ulcer, warmth and swelling, pus, or an
ulcer that does not heal.
You should see your doctor as soon as possible if you have any of these signs.
You should also see your doctor or go to the hospital right away if you have fever or chills, have
red streaking or redness spreading out from a wound, or if blood is constantly draining from the
wound.
How is it treated?
Antibiotics are usually used to treat the infection.
If you have an infection that has moved into the deeper layers of the foot, such as the muscle or
bone, you will be sent to the hospital and given antibiotics through an IV.
Some people with poor circulation may need surgery to improve blood flow to the foot and to
avoid amputation.
Your doctor will check the wound at least once a week to make sure it is healing.
You may need a nurse to help you at home with wound care.
You may also have to wear a cast or special shoes to protect the wound area.
You should stay off your foot as much as possible and keep your foot raised.
Check your feet, including between your toes, every day for sores and cuts. Tell your doctor
right away if you notice a problem.
Trim your toeenails along thhe shape of thhe toe and file the nails to remove
r sharp edges.
If you have neerve damage, don't trim toeenails yourself. You shouldd see your docctor or a
podiatrist (a doctor who sppecializes in foot
f care) for even minor foot procedures.
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