Get Virtual Care
For Businesses
About Us
A member asked:
What is the definition or description of: diabetic ulcers?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
Wound: Wound on lower extremity in a patient with diabetes as the skin integrity is lacking May be associated with vascular disease If concerned about bacteria in wound usually there are more than one bacteria at play Often cuts as a result of the walking surface of the foot doesn't hit the ground straight
Answered 2/21/2017
792 views
Thank
Related Questions
A member asked:
What kind of pain medication would be best to relieve the pain from a diabetic ulcer?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
A member asked:
What would be appropriate cream to use on a diabetic ulcer, to help heal it, and relieve pain?
2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
A member asked:
What are some common consequences of having diabetic ulcers that would require hospitalization?
11 doctors weighed in across 4 answers
People also searched for:
What can you do to treat a diabetic ulcer?
What are the symptoms of diabetic ulcers?
Can constant pressure help a diabetic ulcer heal?
Can soap to wash a diabetic ulcer affect how long it will take the ulcer to heal?
Which type of pain medication would be best to relieve the pain of a diabetic ulcer?
Didn't find what you're looking for?
90,000 U.S. doctors in 147 specialties are here to answer your questions or offer you advice, prescriptions, and more.
Ask your questionMore of what we treat
Content on HealthTap (including answers) should not be used for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and interactions on HealthTap do not create a doctor-patient relationship. Never disregard or delay professional medical advice in person because of anything on HealthTap. Call your doctor or 911 if you think you may have a medical emergency.
HIPAASecure
SOC 2 Type 2Certified
JCAHOAccredited
Download HealthTap
Video visit and message your doctor
