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What Causes Edema And Pigmentation On The Ankles And Shins?
A client is receiving home care for the treatment of a wound on the inside of her lower leg that is 3 cm in diameter with a yellow wound bed and clear exudate. Assessment of the client s legs reveals edema and a darkened pigmentation over the ankles and shins of both legs. What is this client s most likely diagnosis?
Thu, 6 Jul 2017
Most likely diagnosis could be Venous stasis dermatitis. She aleady has venous stasis ulcer which can be at times very painful and usually forms on the inside of the ankle
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