Could You Have Ulcers, Wounds, or Open Sores?

Open sores and ulcers on the legs are areas of the leg that have not been able to heal completely and tend to ooze and bleed. Venous leg ulcers, also called stasis ulcers, are one of the most common chronic wounds treated in wound care centers. It is estimated that up to 1.8 million people in the United States are afflicted with venous leg ulcers.

Are you experiencing any of these symptoms?

Open wound/sore in lower leg around the ankle, most commonly on the inner/inside of the ankle
Leg swelling
Itchiness
Skin discoloration
Signs of infection at wound site

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Ulcers, wounds, and open sores present a heightened risk of infection due to their inability to fully heal. These can be caused by a variety of conditions but frequently are venous in nature. When coupled with skin discoloration, a rash on the legs, and varicose veins, these open sores and ulcers can indicate that your body is not circulating blood the way it should.

Personalized Treatment for Ulcers, Wounds, and Open Sores

Hamilton Vascular is your premier center for treating the source of non-healing ulcers, open sores, wounds and other signs of chronic venous disease.

What Causes Open Sores and Ulcers?

Open sores on the leg are frequently caused by venous ulcers. These ulcers occur when inadequate blood flow from congested veins cause weakening of the immune system, namely white blood cells. The weakened immune system and congested veins combination can build up toxins in the tissues of the legs, most commonly in the inner ankle areas.

Gravity causing venous high pressure can lead to reverse blood circulation in the leg veins. This inflammation then harms the tissues of the skin in the foot, ankle and lower leg. A buildup on the legs can erupt and break down the skin, which leads to a leg wound. After some time, a small wound may grow to be considerably bigger.

A non-healing wound on the leg, called a venous leg ulcer, commonly appears as shallow injuries between your lower calf and ankle or on your calf and foot, although some can appear on the outer or back of the leg. Leg ulcers are often seen with an area of surrounding inflammation, including redness, swelling, and tenderness of the skin and soft tissue. Some patients complain of swelling, achiness, and tiredness in the legs.

In some patients, leg ulcers may heal gradually. In others, leg ulcers last for weeks, months, or even years. If underlying diseased veins that caused the leg ulcer are not identified or treated, leg ulcers tend to not heal properly and recur more often. Leg ulcers may also become infected, which can prompt more serious health problems.

That’s why it is important to see an expert physician at Hamilton Vascular. Call 210-934-3613 today to schedule your appointment.

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What Are Risk Factors for Ulcers, Wounds, or Open Sores?

Risk of ulcers is higher for diabetics who have already compromised circulatory systems. Other factors include obesity, aging, injury, family medical history, constant standing for long periods of time and certain medical conditions. People may inherit a tendency for abnormal veins. The elderly and women have a higher risk for leg ulcers than men or more youthful individuals.

Skin discoloration, spider veins and varicose veins are all signs that your circulation is not returning blood to your heart appropriately. General physical action, including exercise, and appropriate eating, can help your circulatory system and may diminish your odds of developing ulcers, wounds or open sores.

How Are Venous Leg Ulcers Treated?

Our doctors will create a personal medical treatment plan for patients with ulcers, wounds or open sores. Often the first course of action is compression to relieve built up pressure. In many cases, treating the diseased veins that lead to the ulcer/wound/sore will re-direct blood flow, alleviate congestion, and clear the toxins. Relief of pooled blood helps deliver fresh blood and nutrients to heal the ulcers.

What Treatments Are Available?

Hamilton Vascular offers the following treatments for open sores and ulcers:

Diagnostic Arterial Ultrasound
Angiography
Angioplasty
Atherectomy
Stenting

Ulcers, Sores and Wounds Are Treatable

Our expert vascular doctors provide you with the safest choice for successful treatment of vein and arterial issues.

Call 210-934-3613 today to schedule your appointment.

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I was very nervous at first, but the staff is awesome. they are very comforting and made sure I had no discomfort throughout the entire procedure. I would strongly recommend them. I finally went to them after being misdiagnosed. 10 yrs ago if I only known sooner. I thank my new doctor for recommending them. – Mikey L.

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I was apprehensive about the procedure and processes until I met the doctor and staff! The service was professional, caring, and friendly. The process was not as frightful as my imagination had prepared me for! Was it painful? They used a topical numbing solution that helped. Do understand that the veins in my legs looked like an internal image of the venous system you might find on WebMD! So imagine how much work the doctor had in front of him! They have healed nicely and I have more to undertake but I look forward to completing the process soon. I must add that for 6 months I drove 4.5 hours each way to have this doctor treat my problem legs! That alone says a great deal about his talent and methods! – Regina S.

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I am pretty active and at the beginning of the stay at home we were walking 3 mi a day. But in retrospect and learning what I know today I have been exhibiting some pretty classic signs of vein disease for several years. And it caught up to me as one day I was walking and the next day I was hobbling around the house with some cramping like feeling in my leg. I got referred to Hamilton Vein. The experience with the ENTIRE staff was excellent. They were friendly, caring, professional and efficient. They are very good at what they do!! – Buckeye