Depends : Not necessarily. It depends on many factors: circulation ( good arterial flow and no chronic swelling), whether or not you have neuropathy and how well your sugar is controlled. Some say that it may take twice as long to "heal". Keep foot elevated as much as possible, follow your doc's orders and watch for signs of infection (redness, pain, heat, bdrainge).
Answered 12/11/2013
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Not necessarily: Make sure to keep strict glycemic control. If you already had the surgery the assumption is you were medical stable and labs were in order. Although, i guess better late than never, this would of been a great question for your surgeon before your surgery.
Answered 12/11/2013
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NO: If your blood sugar is maintained to normal levels , ( diabetes under control ) if neglected will have higher rate of infection , delayed wound healing and other problems.
Answered 9/29/2016
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It is possible.: Diabetics should expect a possible delay in healing.
Answered 3/24/2014
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