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I have a wound on my foot that is turning black, still hurts persistently, and has a light pink rim around it. is it infected?

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I suggest you see a : Doctor ASAP. Unfortunately, we can't see your foot but "turning black" and "persistent pain" are not good signs, plus you did not tell us how long the wound was there or how it started or what your medical status is...hence, you must be referred to a doctor immediately.

Dr Brand and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 2/1/2015

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