Leg wounds also referred to as leg ulcers, are common among people who have vein issues like varicose veins and spider veins. These wounds are one of the most severe forms of vein disease. The ulcer may form from either an injury or an open wound on the leg that cannot heal. For individuals who do not have vein disease, an open wound would normally heal on its own. But since vein disease can hurt the body’s blood flow, it causes the wound not to heal. That leads to the wound getting worse over time and causing it to enlarge.
Leg ulcers are known to show up in the middle area of the ankle, right above the ankle bone. The reason why they form in this area is that it is the place where the highest amount of venous pressure occurs. This pressure is caused by venous insufficiency or damaged veins. Additional symptoms of leg wounds or ulcers include causing the skin to become swollen, discolored, and itchy. These wounds can also cause pain and may have an odor as well. If you notice a leg wound with any or all of these symptoms, you should get in touch with us here at BASS Vein Center today for assistance.
Some of the risk factors that can cause leg ulcers and wounds to occur include the following.
Leg ulcers can be severe and may cause infection, swelling, and pain to occur. Most of these ulcers are caused by arterial disease, a type of vascular disease that adversely affects your body’s arteries. However, leg ulcers are also known to occur in patients who have experienced deep vein thrombosis (DVT) or blood clots in the past.
To treat a leg wound, you must understand the underlying cause of the problem. Leg ulcers are typically caused by venous insufficiency. When you fail to address the root cause of where the wound is, you could end up with a new leg ulcer soon after you eliminated one within just 6 to 12 months. Here at Bass Vein Center, we always take leg wounds seriously. Our team of doctors and healthcare specialists will take the time to determine the underlying cause and guarantee that you will not experience any new leg ulcers in the future.
If left untreated, a leg ulcer can linger around for an indefinite time. Therefore it’s a good idea to have them treated as soon as they are noticed. That will help to avoid any further damage to the tissue located nearby the ulcer. Our vein specialists will put together a treatment plan for you using one or more of the following treatment options and suggestions known to help with this vein issue.
If these treatment options do not provide you with the results that you desire, surgery may be another option for you to consider.
If you are located in Walnut Creek, Brentwood, Antioch, or the surrounding cities and need help with an infected leg wound, contact BASS Vein Center today. We are available to help with all types of common vein issues that cause you cosmetic problems, aches, and pains. Get in touch with our team today for more details.
"I highly recommend the BASS Vein Center, even if you must travel to see them. The staff at BASS show great concern, and spend ample time getting to know their patients as a person as well as their medical history. They provided an excellent treatment plan to help guarantee that I’d receive the best possible care!"
Read More ReviewsVein surgery can be life changing for many people and a huge boost of confidence, let's get you scheduled for a consultation.