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Foot ulcers and infections are common among people with diabetes, but can occur to anyone. Pain is the most common symptom, but they can also go unnoticed for some time. Treatment includes cleaning and disinfecting of the wound area, removal of all dead tissue from the area, and rest.

In a recent study out of Sweden, researchers found a correlation between oral contraceptives and a lower quality of life. Among the 340 women in the study, aged 18 to 35, those given contraceptive stated that their quality of life was “significantly lower” than women given placebos, with quality of life here described as “mood/well-being, self-control and energy level,” all of which purportedly affected negatively by birth control pills. But for many women, the opposite is true.

Fractured or broken bones require medical attention for proper treatment and healing. Foot and Ankle Clinic The Division of Orthopedic Surgery Foot and Ankle Clinic offers full service care, including reconstructive foot surgery and treatment for post-traumatic injuries. Many patients are referred to the clinic by primary physicians from throughout Illinois. Our team of foot and ankle surgeons specialize in treating conditions ranging from ingrown toenails and plantar fasciitis to diabetic foot wounds and traumatic injury. Total ankle replacement shows increasing promise in treating severe