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There are 4 stages to diabetic ulcers.
1. the ulcer has penetrated the top layer of skin
2. the ulcer has penetrated the next layer of skin
3. the depth of the ulcer has deepened to the muscle
4. the depth of the ulcer has deepened to the bone.
Once it gets to the bone, the risk of amputation is far greater.
Sorry, but the above is incorrect as only pressure ulcers are staged--venous, arterial and neuropathic ulcers are not staged.
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∙ 12y agoIf you are diabetic, and have redness, pain or sores on your feet, it is crucial to be under a physician's care. Infections from diabetic foot ulcers are common, and can lead to serious complications.
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