A venous ulcer or venous leg ulcer is a slow-healing sore on the leg that results from poor circulation. Somewhat more than 1% of Americans wind up getting a venous ulcer. Common causes include aging, smoking, obesity, diabetes, leg injuries and varicose veins.
Venous Leg Ulcer symptoms
Leg pain or achiness.
Itchiness or burning sensation at the wound site.
Swelling in the leg, especially at the end of the day.
Discolored skin in the area above the ankle.
Moderate to heavy drainage from the wound.
Treatment for Venous Leg Ulcers
Like other ulcers, arterial ulcers can persist for weeks and require professional wound care. The treatment involves restoring blood flow to the affected area and ensuring that patients understand aftercare treatment plans.
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