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Results 1 - 6 of 6 for Leg ulcer
  1. Leg Injuries and Disorders (National Library of Medicine)  
    Your legs are made up of bones, blood vessels, muscles, and other connective tissue. They are important for motion and standing. Playing sports, running, ...
  2. Lupus (National Library of Medicine)  
    ... or toes Sensitivity to the sun Swelling in legs or around eyes Mouth ulcers Swollen glands Feeling very tired Symptoms may come ...
  3. Peripheral Arterial Disease (National Library of Medicine)  
    Peripheral arterial disease (PAD) happens when there is a narrowing of the blood vessels outside of your heart. The cause of PAD is atherosclerosis. This happens ...
  4. Diabetic Foot (National Library of Medicine)  
    ... die. If you have gangrene or a foot ulcer that does not get better with treatment, you may need an amputation. This is a surgery to cut off your damaged toe, foot, or part of your leg. It may prevent a bad infection from spreading ...
  5. Paralysis (National Library of Medicine)  
    ... the lower half of your body, including both legs, is called paraplegia. Paralysis of the arms and legs is quadriplegia. Most paralysis is due to strokes ...
  6. Vascular Diseases (National Library of Medicine)  
    ... also wear compression stockings and regularly stretch your legs.