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Stop Smoking for Diabetic foot problems

Dr Prashant Vas, Consultant Endocrinologist and Diabetologist explains why smoking can cause problems in feet for people with Diabetes. He explains that smoking can cause both nerve and circulation problems. He also explains how healing is delayed with smoking - particular important after and operation.

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