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My brother's foot is constantly infected, could it be related to his diabetes?
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Possible: Ir is a possibility, but also an incomplete treatment or an infection with a resistant bacteria such as MRSA may cause it also.
Answered 6/10/2014
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Certainly possible: Especially if sugars poorly controlled, has diabetic neuropathy, reduced blood flow to legs/feet, varicose veins.
Answered 1/24/2013
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