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I have one large crater in my foot. will this cause any problems?

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Dr. Matthew Wilkin answered

Specializes in Podiatry

See a Podiatrist: This sounds alarming! if you have an open wound, you should get it looked at soon by a wound specialist. It certainly could result in significant problems if not taken care of.

Answered 9/13/2013

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Dr. Amy Degirolamo answered

Specializes in Podiatry

Yes: Not sure what you mean by crater but it sounds like it could be an open wound? You need to see a podiatrist asap. If it is an open wound it needs taken care of immediately.

Dr Wilkin agreed

Answered 2/27/2017

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