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Burn wound in leg- diabetic

2025-06-17 15:21:19
Got burnt in my leg 10 days ago. When to a doctor and took antibiotics for 7 days and did wound debridement. Is my wound healing or what should i do now.
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Vague/ diffuse question Kindly provide details with image and total area burnt. That will help to assist.

Answered2025-07-16 18:55:23

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The picture of the wound would be helpful.and the blood sugar should be under control to heal.i can help u better if u consult me.hope this helps
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Hba1c,fasting and ppbs

Answered2025-06-21 07:34:39

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Consult with me online with appeopriate photos

Answered2025-06-20 06:04:13

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wound will heal complete healing depends on how much skin loss is there if very large wound is present it may need skin grafting may be required we can know better if you have posted pics of wound
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daily dressing tab vit c daily once apply mega heal ointment daily along with dressing general surgeon consultation for wound management

Answered2025-06-18 14:57:42

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Kindly send pictures of wound
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it will help us to diagnose

Answered2025-06-18 14:02:27

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Need to see a picture. I am a burn specialist plastic surgeon and I can guide you regarding this
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Consult a plastic surgeon

Answered2025-06-18 13:03:44

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