diabetic foot infection
Diabetic foot infection refers to a bacterial or fungal infection that occurs in the feet of individuals with diabetes. It occurs due to reduced blood flow and nerve damage common in diabetes, which can lead to poor wound healing, making the feet vulnerable to infection.
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