what is a good treatment for leg ulcers?

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

Answer 1

Leg ulcers: Great qustion, but too general to answer. It depends on what type of ulcer you are dealing with: pressure ulcers require that pressure is redistributed; vein ulcers require compression; and arterial ulcers require that you try to fix the arteries. For the wound itself, we strive for moist healing but removing the devitalized tissue by mechanical or chemical means.

Answer 2

Depends on type: Leg ulcers may be caused by arterial disease or they are often caused by chronic venous insufficiency which is a problem that causes to much pressure to be in the veins near the skin. These ulcers are generally on the ankle mostly on the inside of the leg. The skin is ofter brown in that area. A venous specialist can diagnose and treat this condition. Our cure rate with venous ulcers is 97%.

Answer 3

Leg ulcers: First need to determine source Arterial need to check arterial blood flow Veins do venous Doppler Once this is done a management plan can be arranged Also do you have diabetes can also be the reason

Answer 4

No: Wheatgrass has never been show to be beneficial in the treatment of leg ulcers.

Answer 5

Not at all: I agree with dr. Laredo. None whatsoever.

Answer 6

See vein specialist: Leg ulcers are often caused by chronic venous insufficiency which is a problem that causes to much pressure to be in the veins near the skin. A venous specialist can diagnose and treat this condition. Our cure rate with venous ulcers is 97%. Wheatgrass is a great supplement but I do not think it will cure leg ulcers.

Answer 7

It might well be!: I understand my colleagues' skepticism as they don't teach about wheatgrass in med school & there are no formal studies, but wheatgrass has many benefits in other conditions. Dr. Chris Reynolds reports many successful cases of ulcers with impressive photographic evidence. It is inexpensive & non-toxic. If I had a leg ulcer I'd try it! If you do, tell us if it works. See http://tinyurl.com/7kgdl85

Answer 8

No: Terrasil (tacrolimus) is a potent immunosuppressant used during organ transplantation or topically for difficult to control eczema. Leg ulcers most commonly occur from venous insufficiency. Treatment of the venous reflux in combination with compression therapy will give the best lasting results.

Answer 9

Maybe: Is just one of many wound care products.

Answer 10

Leg ulcers: Great qustion, but too general to answer. It depends on what type of ulcer you are dealing with: pressure ulcers require that pressure is redistributed; vein ulcers require compression; and arterial ulcers require that you try to fix the arteries. For the wound itself, we strive for moist healing but removing the devitalized tissue by mechanical or chemical means.

Answer 11

Depends on type: Leg ulcers may be caused by arterial disease or they are often caused by chronic venous insufficiency which is a problem that causes to much pressure to be in the veins near the skin. These ulcers are generally on the ankle mostly on the inside of the leg. The skin is ofter brown in that area. A venous specialist can diagnose and treat this condition. Our cure rate with venous ulcers is 97%.

Answer 12

Open wound: When you have an leg ulcer there is a breakdown of the skin and an open wound forms. This could be painful, draining and even infected. If you have any concerns you should see a vascular specialist for further evaluation.

Answer 13

Swelling, Pain: Leg ulcers are caused by disease of the veins about 70% of the time. The vein disease can be associated with varicose veins but not always. There is usually a lot of leg swelling because of fluid pooling in the lower legs. Then when the skin breaks down and ulcers forms they are typically painful. Rarely pain can precede formation of an ulcer.

Answer 14

Pain, Skin changes: Leg ulcers are sores around the ankle region caused by vein disease or in some cases - arterial problems. When there is venous reflux, or venous insufficiency, the blood flows backward down the leg and pools there causing damage to your tissues, leading to a non healing sore. Treating venous disease can usually close venous ulcers. See www.Phlebology.Org and find a specialist in your area.

Answer 15

Many help-not proven: This partly depends on what you mean by proven-clinically homeopaths have found nearly 100 different remedies helpful for leg ulcers, including ars., carb-v., kali-s., lach., merc.&sil. However, for each individual only one of these is likely to help so i advise consulting a homeopath.Only 1 research study on this has been published & the results were equivocal.See www.Naturalpedia.Com/leg_ulcers.Html.

Answer 16

None really: Leg ulcers may be caused by arterial disease or they are often caused by chronic venous insufficiency which is a problem that causes to much pressure to be in the veins near the skin. These ulcers are generally on the ankle mostly on the inside of the leg. The skin is ofter brown in that area. A venous specialist can diagnose and treat this condition. Our cure rate with venous ulcers is 97%.

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