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Whenever i get a wound or cut, it doesn't heal for months or even a year. what may be causing this and how can i help it?
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Need check and tests: If this a chronic problem you need a check up and some tests to find out the cause of your non healing wounds.
Answered 3/26/2013
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Depends: If the wound is in the legs, it is often associated with elevated venous pressure from venous reflux disease. If other places, many causes.
Answered 2/27/2014
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