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If i have a foot ulcer, do i have diabetes?
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No: There are many causes of foot ulcers, pressure, ischemia, diabetes, and other conditions. I would certainly get checked for all of these.
Answered 10/4/2016
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Not necessarily: The 2 do not always go together. If concerned have your doctor test you.
Answered 9/28/2016
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No necessarily.: You do not need to be diabetic to have a foot ulcer.
Answered 11/10/2017
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