Are foot ulcers from poor circulation?

Ulcers: Some ulcers are caused by poor arterial blood supply. Others are caused by poor venous return. There are also neuropathic ulcers from sensory loss, and hypertensive ulcers from uncontrolled high blood pressure.

Yes: Diabetics, smokers, obstructive arterial disease all involve the circulation and all cause ulcers.

Sometimes: Poor circulation or clots can certainly cause an ulcer. However people with neuropathy, who have little or no sensation on the feet are also very prone to ulcers: especially is any part of the foot is under a learge amount of pressure. Trauma and infection as well as pressure sores can also cause ulcers.

Multifactorial: Some other causes of foot ulcer include trauma, poor arterial or venous circulation, and skin cancer.