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What should you do at home for a 62yr old diebetic male if his big toe is bout to come off & it's ozzing some?

By Anonymous July 16, 2017 - 12:14am
 
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I need to know how to care for him. can't get to hospital now, he is In Little pain & a diabetic male, & there is a little fluid coming out

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Dear Anon,

Thank you for your post.

If his toe is about to come off you need to either get him to a hospital yourself or call for an ambulance. The 911 operator may tell you what you can do - if anything - until the paramedics arrive.

Keep us updated.

Helena

July 16, 2017 - 5:52am
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