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Long term diabetic PATIENT with blisters walked barefoot few miles on hot sand. He presented with this clinical condition. What is the most probable diagnosis?

A
Diabetic foot
B
Burn
C
Necrotizing Fasciitis
D
Cellulitis
High-Yield Explanation
Necrotizing fasciitis In necrotizing fasciitis, necrosis of the subcutaneous tissue and fascia, with typical sparing of the underlying muscle Most common organism responsible for necrotizing fasciitis is Group A Beta Hemolytic Streptococcus- polymicrobial infection Severe pressure like pain out of propoion to visible signs distinguishes necrotizing fasciitis from cellulitis. Erythema, leukocytosis, and swelling are present in both cellulitis and necrotizing fasciitis

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