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What can you do to treat a chronic foot ulcer that is sickle cell related?
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You see a podiatrist: You need expert wound care, this is a high risk type of case and you should not attempt to treat this yourself.
Answered 4/6/2013
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See below: It may be best to be treated with hyperbaric oxygen therapy.
Answered 4/7/2013
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With great care: Do not attempt this yourself. The location of the ulcer is important to know.
Answered 1/29/2014
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