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Results 1 - 10 of 75 for Leg ulcer
  1. Venous ulcers - self-care 
    ... cause an open sore to form. Most venous ulcers occur on the leg, above the ankle. This type of wound can ... apply the bandages. To help treat a venous ulcer, the high pressure in the leg veins needs to be relieved. Wear compression stockings ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/patientinstructions/000744.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  2. Venous insufficiency 
    ... Thickening and hardening of the skin on the legs and ankles (lipodermatosclerosis) Wound or ulcer that is slow to heal on the legs ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/000203.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  3. Sickle cell disease 
    ... abuse of narcotic pain medicines Wound care for leg ulcers Bone marrow or stem cell transplants can cure ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/000527.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  4. Stasis dermatitis and ulcers 
    ... of blood in the veins of the lower leg. Ulcers are open sores that can result from untreated ... Thickening and hardening of the skin on the legs and ankles ... Skin sores (ulcers) may develop (called a venous ulcer or stasis ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/000834.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  5. Folic acid in diet 
    ... help with some kinds of menstrual problems and leg ulcers .
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/002408.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  6. Ischemic ulcers - self-care 
    ... becomes inflamed and fluid builds up in the legs can also cause ischemic ulcers. People with poor blood flow often also have ... which causes fluid to build up in the legs Smoking
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/patientinstructions/000742.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  7. Peripheral artery disease - legs 
    ... pain at rest, or you have sores or ulcers on your leg that do not heal. Options are: Procedure to ... are not walking or moving (called rest pain) Legs that are red, hot, or swollen New sores/ulcers Signs of infection (fever, redness, general ill feeling ) ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/000170.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  8. Varicose and other vein problems - self-care 
    ... you may have: Varicose veins Swelling in your legs Skin changes or even a skin ulcer (sore) in your lower legs These problems may get worse over time. Learn ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/patientinstructions/000615.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  9. Diabetes - taking care of your feet 
    ... the most common reason for toe, foot, and leg amputations in people with diabetes.
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/patientinstructions/000081.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  10. Iron deficiency anemia 
    ... Shortness of breath Sore or inflamed tongue Mouth ulcers Uncontrolled movement of legs (during sleep) Hair loss Symptoms of the conditions ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/000584.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
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