what is skin ulcer?

Answer 1

this is what my research gave me
What is a venous skin ulcer?
A venous skin ulcer, also called a stasis leg ulcer, is a shallow wound that develops when the leg veins do not move blood back toward the heart normally (venous insufficiency).

Venous skin ulcers typically develop on either side of the lower leg, above the ankle and below the calf. See an illustration of areas affected by venous skin ulcers .

What causes venous skin ulcers?
The veins in the body have valves that keep blood flowing toward the heart. In a condition called venous insufficiency, the valves are damaged and allow some blood to back up in the vein. The slowed circulation causes fluid to seep out of the overfilled veins into surrounding tissues, causing tissue breakdown and ulcers. See an illustration of abnormal blood flow caused by venous insufficiency .

Less frequently, blocked veins are a contributing factor in the development of venous skin ulcers.

What are the symptoms?
The first sign of a venous skin ulcer is the appearance of dark red or purple skin over the affected area. The skin may also become thickened and dry and itchy. Contact your doctor when you first notice the signs of a venous ulcer because you may be able to prevent an open wound (ulcer) from forming.

Without treatment, an ulcer may form. The wound may be painful, and you may also have swollen and achy legs. You may get rashes, such as contact dermatitis, on the skin around the ulcer.

Because venous skin ulcers are a result of poor blood circulation, these wounds are often slow to heal. If an ulcer becomes infected, there may be an odor, pus draining from the wound, and increased tenderness and redness.

Answer 2

Its where the skin breaks down from lack of circulation. Its a sore.

Answer 3

It's an open wound on your skin due to lack of circulation from pressure.

Answer 4

i have that im on antibiotics for it seems like nothing is helping how long does it usually heal