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My 52yrs old diabetic dad has a unhealing boil on his thumb which oozes blood often. what treatment should be done. why does this happen wt to do

Q: my 52yrs old diabetic dad has a unhealing boil on his thumb which oozes blood often. what treatment should be done. why does this happen wt to do

: Have him see a doctor as soon as possible for prompt and proper treatment. Today if possible. Diabetic control and antibiotic treatment are urgent needs.

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Dr. Ramalingaier Parameswaran answered

Have him see a doctor as soon as possible for prompt and proper treatment. Today if possible. Diabetic control and antibiotic treatment are urgent needs.

Dr Pasniciuc agreed

Answered 8/20/2021

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Dr. Silviu Pasniciuc answered

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A diabetic ulcer has to be addressed timely as it can progress quickly to gangrene. Would suggest starting with his family doc for an exam.

Dr Singh and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 8/24/2021

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A member asked:

My 52yrs old diabetic dad has a unhealing boil on his thumb which oozes blood often. what treatment should be done. why does this happen wt to do

4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Ramalingaier Parameswaran answered

Dr Pasniciuc agreed

Dr. Silviu Pasniciuc answered

Dr Singh and 2 doctors agreed

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