Question 1

are black edges on venous ulcer serious?

Accepted Answer

Black ulcer: The black area is dead skin. This is not particularly common in a venous stasis ulcer, especially if it has clean. Other things to consider are diabetes, arterial inflow disease, autoimmune disorders, and calciphylaxis in a dialysis patient.

Question 2

for how long will a venous ulcer using compression bandages take to heal?

Accepted Answer

Treat cause first.: Venous stasis ulcers are due to venous hypertension which is usually due to refluxing (malfunctioning) valves of usually the saphenous or perforator systems.  If you are simply wearing compression bandages then you are not addressing the cause of the problem and the ulcer may heal over a long time only to recur.  You should see a vein specialist for a venous reflux exam to find the ulcer cause

Question 3

how much time will a venous ulcer using compression bandages take to heal?

Accepted Answer

Temporary fix: Venous ulcers are the result of major underlying venous disease which usually can be corrected.  If done properly, the ulcers will heal in most cases and rarely return.  Compression can heal ulcers but 40% of them return in the first year.

Question 4

approximately how long does it take a venous ulcer to heal whilst using a multi-layered compression bandage?

Accepted Answer

Depends: Healing depends on the size, depth, and underlying cause of the ulcer. Most small ulcers can be closed in days to a few weeks. Large ulcers may require much longer. It is very important to have the underlying source of venous pressure (often varicose veins) treated to potentially speed healing and (more importantly) to be help prevent the ulcer from reappearing.

Question 5

how can i treat a high exuding venous ulcer?

Accepted Answer

Aggressive treatment: Venous ulcers can be healed but they require many combined modalities of treatment.  The most important factor is to treat the cause of the problem which is the high venous pressure due to mafunctioning valves.  This can be done with catheter ablation.  Next the wound must be cleaned and kept clean, compression bandages or stockings are necessary and, most importantly, see a vein specialist.

Question 6

are there any herbal help for pain with venous ulcer?

Accepted Answer

See vein specialist: Venous ulcers are a significant problem and can be treated .  There are many herbs for venous disease such as diosmin, rutins and horse chestnut but none of these are effective to heal a venous ulcer.  You should see a vein specialist for a full venous  evaluation including a venous reflux exam.  If reflux is the cause of the ulcer, treating this will heal the ulcer and eradicate the pain.

Question 7

help please? what is the best dressing choice for a high exuding venous ulcer?

Accepted Answer

Compression: You should talk to your primary doctor about a wound center referral, where multiple treatment options are available. While most doctors can treat venous ulcers, there are many options available at a wound center that are not found elsewhere.

Question 8

i have a infected, venous ulcer iam wearing compression bandages , can i go back to work ?

Accepted Answer

Venous ulcer: Part of the healing process is rest and elevation of limb is also helpful.

Question 9

can any doc tell me what's the best dressing choice for a high exuding venous ulcer?

Accepted Answer

Aggressive treatment: Venous ulcers can be healed but they require many combined modalities of treatment.  The most important factor is to treat the cause of the problem which is the high venous pressure due to mafunctioning valves.  This can be done with catheter ablation.  Next the wound must be cleaned and kept clean, compression bandages or stockings are necessary and, most importantly, see a vein specialist.

Question 10

could i have papers about the role of laser in treatment of venous ulcer?

Accepted Answer

Aggressive treatment: Venous ulcers can be healed but they require many combined modalities of treatment. The most important factor is to treat the cause of the problem which is the high venous pressure due to mafunctioning valves.  This can be done with laser ablation.  Next the wound must be cleaned, compression bandages are necessary and, most importantly, see a vein specialist.You can get more info at phlebology.Org.

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Approximately how long does it take a venous ulcer to heal whilst using a multi-layered compression bandage?

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How can i treat a high exuding venous ulcer?

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Are there any herbal help for pain with venous ulcer?

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Help please? what is the best dressing choice for a high exuding venous ulcer?

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I have a infected, venous ulcer iam wearing compression bandages , can i go back to work ?

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Can any doc tell me what's the best dressing choice for a high exuding venous ulcer?

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Could i have papers about the role of laser in treatment of venous ulcer?

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