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Diabetic with foot is swollen, red patch forming..do i need help?
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YES!: It sounds like your foot is infected. See a doctor as soon as possible.
Answered 9/28/2016
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See a physician: Any redness, wounds or other areas that do not appear normal in the diabetic foot should be evaluated by you physician.
Answered 3/26/2013
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