Venous ulcers, often found on the legs and ankles, are persistent, painful wounds that develop from chronic venous insufficiency—a condition where veins struggle to return blood back to the heart. While venous ulcers are commonly known as wounds that are slow to heal, there’s more to understand about managing them effectively and, importantly, preventing them in the first place. This guide offers insights into what causes venous ulcers, their impact on daily life, and strategies to help prevent them or speed up healing.
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Diabetes comes with a lot of complications. One of these is how the disease causes serious foot problems. The National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases explains that diabetic foot issues happen when there is nerve damage or neuropathy. The symptoms include a burning or stinging pain, tingling, numbness, or weakness in the foot. Insufficient blood flow or changes in the shape of feet and toes may also cause added complications.
