Question 1

if i don't shower or clean a leg ulcer, will i lose my leg?

Accepted Answer

No: No. Factors which determine if you will lose your leg are, 1) how good / bad the circulation is, or 2) whether you have a deep wound infection which will not clear with just antibiotics alone. Showering and keeping wounds clean does help prevent infections.

Question 2

how do you help  heal a  leg ulcer?

Accepted Answer

Heal a leg ulcer: Your question is too broad. There are many types of leg ulcers: venous, arterial, neuropathic, trauma, surgical, and those from dozens of different dermatologic problems. 
Please see wound specialist for further direction.

Question 3

what would happen to a leg ulcer  if it was left untreated?

Accepted Answer

Infection: Whether venous or arterial a leg ulcer can lead to serious infection and even amputation if left untreated.

Question 4

what are good products to use for someone with a leg ulcer?

Accepted Answer

Various treatments: There are different types and causes of leg ulcers.  It is best to se your doctor to discuss what is best for your particular problem.  You need to be proactive and get aggressive with treatment.  Dr l.

Question 5

how do i know if i have a leg ulcer and what do they look like?

Accepted Answer

See picture: An ulcer is a break in the skin -- this can occur on the calf (typically due to venous disease) or on the toes (typically due to arterial disease).

Question 6

what can be done for a leg ulcer that doesn't seem to stop weeping?

Accepted Answer

Multi-Modal approach: Nutrition and protein, vitamin c, oxygen therapy, hyperbaric oxygen chambers, check for good blood flow by a vascular doctor, and check for infection.

Question 7

can you suddenly develop a venous leg ulcer without any previous symptoms of venous disease?

Accepted Answer

Yes: There may have been a prodrome and the c ulcer pops up.  I need more medical information to answer your questions properly.

Question 8

is it safe to fly with a leg ulcer?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Your swelling may get worse when you fly so it is impt. To wear compression socks to help control it.  Leg ulcers are primarily related to elevated venous pressure so this needs ot be addressed.

Question 9

how do you treat a serious leg ulcer infection?

Accepted Answer

See below: If there is infection, then antibiotics will be needed.  Depending on cause of ulcer, treatments are different. Many leg ulcers  are due to venous issues and may require compression and intervention on the improperly working vein.  Special dressings such as a boot of unna may help heal a leg ulcer.  Foot ulcers my be due to poor arterial circulation and wont heal until circulation is improved.

Question 10

what is the treatment of a single leg ulcer in an much older man?

Accepted Answer

Depends: Leg ulcer can be a tip of the iceberg.  The causes are many so the treatment varies greatly.  In the elderly population, vascular disease (artery, vein, and lymphatics), infection, accident/pressure induced soft tissue injury, metabolic issues including diabetes makes healing difficult.  Do not delay medical attention, some ulcer can get aggressive and cause big problem.

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