ATTENTION PEOPLE

OF ALL AGES!!!!

By: Jess Turley 4th hour

DOES IT LOOK LIKE YOUR SKIN IS EATING AWAY AT ITSELF?!

You may be experiencing a Leg Ulcer!

GET HELP HERE!!

What is a Leg Ulcer? A leg ulcer is a wound or open sore,

that will not heal unless you take the correction actions for treatment.

How do I know if I have it?

SYMPTOMS:› Ulcers may or may not be painful› You may have a swollen leg that burns and

itches› A rash or redness will appear› Your skill will become dry and scaly› There is also a brown discoloration of the

skin

Here are some things that cause a Leg Ulcer!!! Poor circulation

Blood clots Diabetes Kidney Failure Hypertension Lymphedema

(buildup of fluid causing swelling)

High Cholesterol

Pressure caused by lying in one position for too long

Genetics Infections History of Smoking Heart Disease High Blood Pressure

Here are some cures!! Yay!!

Antibiotics Anti-Platelet or Anti-Clotting

medications Wound Care Therapies Compression Garments Prosthetics or Orthotics

Whats the worst that can happen?!

Well, if you leave a Leg Ulcer untreated it can result in amputation. The skin eats away at itself so if it eats enough there may not be enough to heal.

Wanna Know Some Fun Facts?!

Here we go!!!1. If you quit smoking, manage your blood pressure,

and limit your sodium intake you can lower your risks of getting a Leg Ulcer!

2. Staying active will keep your blood circulating properly which will also reduce your risks.

3. There are 3 types of Leg Ulcers:1. Venous: below the knee, inner part of the leg2. Neuotrophic (diabetic): increased pressure points on

bottom of feet.3. Arterial (ischemic): often on heels, tips of toes,

between toes, on bones that protrude and rub on shoes.

Works Cited

http://my.clevelandclinic.org/heart/disorders/vascular/legfootulcer.aspx

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