Diabetic Neuropathic Ulcer

 
 
   
 
 
 
 
 
 
         

 

 

 

 

 

Neuropathy developing from complications associated with diabetes may compromise the protective sensation of the lower extremities. Painful warnings from heat or cold, objects left in shoes, or minor cuts or abrasions may go unnoticed allowing a small or insignificant wound to develop into a deep ulcer.

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