I have a three inch cut on my fore leg which is infected it started off small blister and got bigger and then birst. What is it and what should i use on it. is it a diabetic so should see a doctor. Image attached Note it is not for the faint hearted Thanks (—)
Age: 46
Male
Medications: None
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Yes you will need to consult. This requires proper wound care. Debridement and Dressing. Antibiotics may be required for infection. As a diabetic wounds are more difficult to heal and need to be followed more attentively.
Hi.
It needs immediate attention, as it looks like a spreading due to Diabetes.
You should consult a General Surgeon and get evaluated.
A proper debridement and dressing followed by antibiotics will help in healing fast.
But do not delay as it can spread and also deepen.
Hope this helps..
Regards.