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Will the antibitoic cefixima help in the foot wound of my friend who has diabetes. the wound though small is oozing clear fluid.pls advise.

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Wound and diabetes: Please take your friend to see her primary doctor. The doctor will know how long she has had diabetes and whether it is type 1 or type 2. Type 1 is constant, type 2 can be beaten! Hope all goes well! PS: If it is type 2, a nurse practitioner can help her get rid of her diabetes! May take some time but it is worth it!

Answered 9/13/2016

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Dr. Peter Ihle answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Before any anti-: -biotic is prescribed, a culture must be done.these diabetic sores tho small, may B very deep & hard 2 treat. He/she should B cultured. Also should B done on the advise of their internist , & an orthopedic surgeon should also B involved in the care.

Answered 9/14/2016

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