Treatment for Skin Ulcers: Comprehensive Care at KBK Multi Speciality Hospitals

Understanding Skin Ulcers:

Open cuts or wounds on the skin's surface are called skin ulcers. Several conditions, such as insufficient circulation, long-term pressure on particular body parts, diabetes, venous insufficiency, arterial disease, or trauma, can cause them. Usually, these ulcers appear as non-healing wounds that are painful, red, swollen, and may leak pus or fluid.

It's essential to recognize the different types of skin ulcers:

• Pressure Ulcers: Also known as bedsores or pressure sores, these ulcers develop when prolonged pressure on the skin hampers blood flow to specific areas of the body. They commonly occur in individuals who are bedridden or have limited mobility.
• Diabetic Ulcers: People with diabetes are at higher risk of developing ulcers, particularly on their feet. Diabetes can lead to nerve damage and poor blood circulation, increasing the likelihood of foot ulcers that may not heal properly, potentially leading to severe complications.
• Venous Ulcers: Venous insufficiency, a condition where the veins fail to return blood from the legs to the heart efficiently, can result in venous ulcers. These ulcers typically occur around the ankles and are often associated with swelling and aching in the legs.
• Arterial Ulcers: Arterial ulcers are caused by poor blood circulation in the arteries, commonly affecting the lower extremities. Individuals with peripheral artery disease are at higher risk of developing arterial ulcers, which may appear as painful, deep wounds with a pale base.
• Traumatic ulcers result from physical injury or trauma to the skin, such as cuts or burns. Proper wound care is essential to prevent infection.