Most venous ulcers occur on the leg—where most other vein problems occur as well. We typically find venous ulcers on the inside of the leg, near or around the ankle.
Venous ulcer treatment in Lakewood Ranch
Receive Treatment For Your Venous Ulcer
Get Relief From Painful, Chronic Ulcers
Get Relief From Painful, Chronic Ulcers
If you have been experiencing pain from a shallow sore, usually on the inside of your calves, you may have a venous ulcer. Without treatment, they worsen with time and put you at a risk for infection.
The vein specialists at Florida Lakes Vein Center have the expertise you need to care for your venous ulcer and give you relief from chronic pain.
The vein specialists at Florida Lakes Vein Center have the expertise you need to care for your venous ulcer and give you relief from chronic pain.
If you have been experiencing pain from a shallow sore, usually on the inside of your calves, you may have a venous ulcer. Without treatment, they worsen with time and put you at a risk for infection.
If you have been experiencing pain from a shallow sore, usually on the inside of your calves, you may have a venous ulcer. Without treatment, they worsen with time and put you at a risk for infection.
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Are you frustrated with unsightly and uncomfortable vein disorders? Our team provides cutting-edge treatments for vein disease. Visit Florida Lakes Vein Center—”It’s a No Veiner!”
Deep Vein Thrombosis
Effective treatment for deep vein thrombosis include anticoagulant therapy among other approaches.
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Venous Ulcers
We provide effective wound care services for venous ulcers that struggle to heal.
Learn morePlanning Your Venous Ulcer Treatment Plan
Every patient who visits Florida Lakes Vein Center receives a complimentary vein screening followed by a consultation to determine the best course of action for treating a venous ulcer.
What Causes Venous Ulcers?
Chronic Venous Insufficiency
Chronic venous insufficiency causes blood to pool in your veins and increases the pressure on those valves. Over time, the rising pressure ruptures the veins, and the leaking fluid breaks down nearby skin.
Damaged Veins
Damaged veins from surgery, inflammation, infection, or an acute injury can affect blood circulation and increase pressure on the veins, resulting in a venous ulcer.
Additional Risk Factors
Certain factors can increase the possibility of developing venous ulcers, including:
- Varicose veins
- Deep vein thrombosis
- Blockage of lymph vessels
- Aging
- Being overweight
- Smoking
- Pregnancy
- Genetics/Family history
Venous Ulcer FAQs
As pressure increases on the vein, the valve can eventually rupture and leak fluid into the surrounding tissue. Over time, the tissue breaks down and results in a visible venous ulcer on your skin.
Your sore may be a venous ulcer if it is swollen, near your ankle, and accompanied by pain or itching. It may also discharge a foul-smelling liquid and have hardened skin.
About Florida Lakes Vein Center
Florida Lakes Vein Center administers the highest quality venous ulcer treatment in Lakewood Ranch. Our experienced vein specialists Gregg Shore, M.D., Francesca Mertan, PA-C, and TC Lackey II, D.O., lead a team of compassionate professionals who take the time to listen to patients and obtain a comprehensive medical history before recommending any vein treatment.
Our expert medical team has helped more than 1,000 patients across the region with their venous ulcers and other vein diseases.
What’s Next for Treating Your Venous Ulcer
