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Diabetic foot / oedema
A diabetic patient. She had undergone skin grafting on her left leg 2 years . For the past one month there is continuous oozing of water from her left leg. Ooozing of blood was there for a day, but it has stopped. There is a wound on the left leg, due to which she is on anti-biotics.
(Oedema on both legs)
She is taking medicines for fluid retenton, anti-biotics for infection and diabetes
For any wound to heal there are a few essential things. The blood glucose levels should be well controlled..Secondly, there should be enough blood to the area. The pulse in the feet should be well felt. Thirdly, we need to tackle the infection with appropriate antibiotics based on culture of the pus/tissue and use dressings that is right for the wound...so I would suggest you to consult nearest surgeon and get culture and sensitivity done and take antibiotics accordingly.. Consult surgeon they will do the needful.
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