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Is it possible to have to get your foot amputated from a foot ulcer?
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Yes: Is it is not cared for properly and severe infection or gangrene develops. If you have an ulcer, see physician immediately.
Answered 1/16/2013
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Yes: If the foot ulcers gets severely infected, the infection could spread to bone and could lead to loss of limb or even life. Have the ulcer properly evaluated and treated to avoid preventable complications.
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