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Foot and leg swelling and bad odor

By Anonymous December 27, 2018 - 4:28pm
 
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My brother diabetic and his feet and legs swollen and there is a bad odor ,the odor to me smells like a infection. he won't let me look

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Hello Anon

A bad odor can certainly indicate an infection. This is not something that can be ignored. Your brother needs medical attention asap. Please keep us posted.
Best,
Susan

December 27, 2018 - 5:35pm
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