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Symptoms of Leg Ulcers

Leg ulcers are breaks in the skin on the leg. A leg ulcer makes it possible for bacteria to enter the tissue under the skin. Many things can cause a leg ulcer, but these ulcers are usually related to some injury of the skin. Even minor injuries to the leg can start a leg ulcer.

For most healthy individuals, a leg ulcer will heal on its own in a week or two. Unfortunately, if infection causes an underlying problem in the skin, it can’t heal on its own. The ulcer will then grow larger, at which point it becomes a chronic leg ulcer.

Here at VeinGuard, we are a leading center for leg ulcer treatment Tysons Corner and Fairfax clients rely on. Contact us today to schedule your appointment.

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What Causes a Leg Ulcer?

Venous disease causes a vast majority of all leg ulcers. Other causes of leg ulcers are:

  • Arterial disease, which means the arteries are not working properly.
  • Various other causes, such as rheumatoid arthritis, diabetes, and some rare conditions.
  • Two or more conditions may cause the damage at the same time.

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How do the Ulcers Form?

Venous disease causes leg ulcers because they do not appropriately carry the blood back up to the heart. Valves in the heart ensure that blood flows only up the leg, and not down the leg. If these veins are damaged, blood can flow down the legs, causing very high pressure in the legs when a person stands up. Blood clots also can cause the damage that leads to high pressure in the legs when standing. When high pressure occurs in the legs, the skin becomes damaged, and ulcers can occur.

At VeinGuard Heart & Vascular Center, we deliver leading leg ulcer treatment in Tysons Corner to our clients.

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Treatment of Leg Ulcers

Treatment for leg ulcers focuses on addressing the underlying vein issues that cause poor circulation and delayed healing. Conservative measures such as compression therapy, proper wound care, and lifestyle changes like regular exercise and elevating the legs may support healing and prevent recurrence.

For cases where venous insufficiency is contributing to leg ulcers, advanced minimally invasive treatments are available to close faulty veins, improve circulation, and support ulcer healing. These include Endovenous Laser Vein Treatment, Endovenous RF Ablation, and Ultrasound-Guided Chemical Ablation, which target the root cause of venous ulcers with effective and comfortable procedures.

Endovenous Laser Vein Treatment (EVLT)

Endovenous Laser Vein Treatment uses targeted laser energy delivered through a thin catheter to close diseased veins responsible for poor circulation, allowing blood to reroute through healthier veins. By improving circulation, EVLT can support the healing of leg ulcers and help prevent future recurrence.

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Endovenous RF Ablation

Endovenous RF Ablation (radiofrequency ablation) treats underlying vein issues contributing to leg ulcers by using radiofrequency energy to heat and close off damaged veins. This minimally invasive procedure enhances circulation, supports ulcer healing, and reduces discomfort associated with venous insufficiency.

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Ultrasound-Guided Chemical Ablation

Ultrasound-Guided Chemical Ablation involves injecting a special medical foam or solution into the problematic vein under ultrasound guidance. This treatment causes the vein to collapse and close, redirecting blood flow to healthier veins and improving circulation to support the healing of venous leg ulcers.

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