Do Ulcers Itch When Healing? NYC Mobile Wound Care...
Itchy legs are often dismissed as a minor irritation. But for many older adults, that persistent itch, especially near the lower legs, can signal the early stages of a venous leg ulcer. These slow-healing wounds, caused by poor circulation in the veins, are among the most common chronic conditions affecting seniors in the U.S. According to Medicare data, nearly one in six beneficiaries, over 10 million people, suffer from chronic wounds. Venous ulcers represent a significant portion of
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