Treat Foot Infections in Diabetes Based on Severity

September 2021

Questions are coming up about how to treat foot infections in patients with diabetes.

Most patients will need empiric antibiotics based on likely pathogens and patient-specific factors (allergies, severity, etc).

Mild. For infections with superficial inflammation, recommend covering gram-positives with oral cephalexin or cloxacillin.

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Table of Contents

Contraceptives Expect Questions About Nextstellis for Contraception
Fever Give Advice on Treating Fever in Children
Diabetes Help Patients Manage Diabetes Meds During a Fast
Statins Be Ready for Questions About Statin Use in Pregnancy
Dermatology Know Where Duobrii Fits Into Psoriasis Management
Hypertension Individualize Treatment for Resistant Hypertension
Communication Streamline Communication With Prescribers
Infections Treat Foot Infections in Diabetes Based on Severity
Med Safety Watch for Med Errors With OTCs That Have Similar Brand Names