A cut or sore on your leg should gradually heal over time. But when a wound lingers for weeks or even months, it may be more than a simple injury. One of the most common reasons for a non-healing leg wound is a venous ulcer, a […]
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A small wound on the inside of your leg may seem like it isn’t a big deal but it could be something more serious – a leg ulcer. Just like any open wound on the body, leg ulcers can become infected but how can you tell if
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Unlike most other wounds you have experienced in the past, a leg ulcer can take several months – or even years – to heal. Given the lengthy recovery time, you may be wondering if there is something that can be done to speed up the
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For most people, a small cut or injury on the leg isn’t a big deal as the wound will usually heal itself in a few days. However, for some people leg wounds may not heal naturally and can occasionally start to bleed. When this happens
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Sometimes a wound to the leg can be caused by an accident or brief trauma. When this happens it is often a temporary problem that quickly heals in a matter of weeks. However, if you notice a leg wound that is slow to heal or doesn’t
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Poor circulation in your lower legs can cause painful open wounds called leg ulcers to develop. Without treatment, these ulcers can expand into deeper tissue, become infected, and cause systemic problems like sepsis (a life-threatening infection in your bloodstream). If you’ve developed open sores on your lower
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Leg ulcers are serious. In fact, they can even lead to amputation. The good news is that, while leg ulcers can lead to amputation of part of the leg, these stubborn sores rarely lead to the loss of a foot or leg. This is because advances
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Swollen ankles or an extremely heavy feeling in the legs are things that are easy to ignore, but they shouldn’t be ignored. These problems could be an early indication that you are developing a leg ulcer. Leg ulcers, otherwise known as venous ulcers, can be
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Leg ulcers are long-lasting, chronic sores that can develop on the lower legs. Also known as venous ulcers or stasis ulcers, these sores can take more than four to six weeks to heal. With appropriate treatment, though, leg ulcers should heal within three to four months.
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For individuals suffering from leg ulcers, pain can be severe. Many wonder whether these sores will heal on their own. In fact, without the right treatment, complications can develop, and ulcers could recur. Understanding why these ulcers form and the options available to treat them helps
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