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Suggest Remedy For Ulcers On Feet

Will be traveling this week-end from Chas.,SC to Seattle,WA Have ulcers on my feet that worsened on trip here. Have barrowed 1 that is perfect so need to purchase 2. The name on shoe is DARCO. Is the medical supply store on Maybank Hwy, James Island. still there? Unable to find in local directory nor remember name.
Wed, 12 Oct 2016
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Hello.

Welcome to HCM.

The treatment of ulcers is generally by regular cleaning and dressing the ulcer and removal of any dead tissue if present. Antibiotics may be given if the ulcer is infected.

However, treatment of the cause is more important.

The most common causes which I have seen in my practice are

1. Improper and ill-fitting footwear - Try to wear more comfortable ones.
2. Varicose veins - cause ulcers mostly near the inner side of foot.
3. Diabetes - diabetes by itself does not cause ulcers but increases the chances of developing them by decreasing the sensations over the skin. These ulcers take a long time to heal, hence early treatment is important.

Apart from these common causes there are other causes affecting the arteries and veins which may cause ulcers.

Diagnosis is helped by clinical examination, history and by tests like Doppler of the legs.

Since you have not mentioned the other conditions you have or the duration of the ulcers, I have given a generalised overview for you. However, I am afraid I cannot help you with the medical supply stores in your area.

Wishing you good health.

Regards,
Dr Geeta
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Suggest Remedy For Ulcers On Feet

Hello. Welcome to HCM. The treatment of ulcers is generally by regular cleaning and dressing the ulcer and removal of any dead tissue if present. Antibiotics may be given if the ulcer is infected. However, treatment of the cause is more important. The most common causes which I have seen in my practice are 1. Improper and ill-fitting footwear - Try to wear more comfortable ones. 2. Varicose veins - cause ulcers mostly near the inner side of foot. 3. Diabetes - diabetes by itself does not cause ulcers but increases the chances of developing them by decreasing the sensations over the skin. These ulcers take a long time to heal, hence early treatment is important. Apart from these common causes there are other causes affecting the arteries and veins which may cause ulcers. Diagnosis is helped by clinical examination, history and by tests like Doppler of the legs. Since you have not mentioned the other conditions you have or the duration of the ulcers, I have given a generalised overview for you. However, I am afraid I cannot help you with the medical supply stores in your area. Wishing you good health. Regards, Dr Geeta