VENOUS ULCER: SYMPTOMS, CAUSES, AND TREATMENT IN INDIA

What Is A Venous Leg Ulcer? A venous leg ulcer, also known as stasis, insufficiency, or varicose ulcer is a common type of chronic wound that occurs due to poor blood circulation in the limb. It usually takes more than six weeks to heal as the veins in the legs are insufficient to carry blood back to the heart, causing increased pressure in the veins. In other words, a venous ulcer is caused by a malfunctioning of venous valves. It typically occurs on the legs or foot and can last anywhere from a couple of weeks to years. If not treated on time, the increased pressure and the excess fluid in the veins can result in an open sore in the affected area. But how to recognize if a patient has a venous ulcer? What Are The Symptoms/Signs Of Venous Ulcer? Due to the excess blood in the veins of the lower leg, fluid and blood cells drain out into the skin and other tissues. It can lead to itchiness, thin skin, and skin discoloration, known as “stasis dermatitis”. This could be an early symptom of a venous ulcer.