Source: https://www.medindia.net/patientinfo/foot-ulcer.htm
Foot ulcer refers to an open ulcer on the foot. It may be superficial involving only the surface or deep involving the full thickness."
What are Foot Ulcers?
Foot ulcers are a major global healthcare problem. It is estimated that each year around 4 million people get a foot ulcer. A foot ulcer is caused by trauma to the foot in combination with nerve damage and blood circulation problems.
Chronic foot ulcers mainly affect the elderly. If associated with poorly controlled medical problems it may lead to the loss of leg.
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