Leg ulcers

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Lipodermatosclerosis, Hypodermitis sclerodermiformis, Sclerosing panniculitis. Authoritative facts from DermNet New Zealand.

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Varicose veins and "hidden varicose veins" (medically called chronic venous incompetence) affect an awful lot of people. Research suggests 15 to 20% of the adult population suffer with visible varicose veins and around the same number suffer with hidden varicose veins.

Over 30,000,000 Americans have vein disease. And less than 5% of these people get properly diagnosed. Often vein conditions progress over time. Learn more…

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Chronic Venous Insufficiency (CVI) / Venous Hypertension What is Chronic Venous Insufficiency? Arteries are responsible for carrying blood away from your heart. Veins are responsible for returning blood back to your heart. Venous leg disease results in the veins of the legs not functioning properly and blood not being returned to the

Learning how to treat a leg ulcer at home ensures speedy recovery. Explore natural remedies, self-care tips, gentle wound care, and lifestyle adjustments here.

Poor blood flow in the legs can lead to serious health complications. Do you recognize any of these chronic venous insufficiency symptoms?