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Lower legs slightly turning to black col

2017-04-20 15:30:06
My father is diabetic from 20 years. Since from 7 days his legs ( lower side) turning to black. Currently he is using insulin (pricking), twice in a day. Coming to his blood sugar readings are within control.
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Hi Thanks for your query. He could be having some form of infection or dermatitis. See a Dermatologist personally asap.

Answered2017-04-21 05:36:50

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