Ulcers

    • Many types
    • Skin ulcers are typically initiated by an abrasion
    • Occur on the skin and mucus membranes
    • Skin ulcers are caused by inflammation, infection, or malignancy
    • Venous stasis ulcers account for 80% of all leg ulcers
    • Bedsores is a type of ulcer
    • Can also occur on the eye
    • Canker sores and cold sores are a type of mouth ulcer
    • Helicobacter pylori can be the cause of peptic ulcers
    • Peptic ulcers can also be caused by taking over the counter NASIDS like Naproxen and Ibuprofen

  • There are many different types of ulcers. An ulcer is described as a sore on the skin, eye or mucus membranes. Peptic ulcers are found in the stomach. It used to be believed that stress and spicy foods caused peptic ulcers but researchers have found that it is caused by bacteria. A peptic ulcer left untreated may start bleeding.

  • Lower Extremity Ulcers

    Ulcers that occur on the leg or foot may or may not be painful. The three most common types are venous stasis ulcers, which are usually located below the knee on the inner part of the leg just above the ankle. The second type is arterial ulcers, which are usually located on the feet and the third type is neurotrophic ulcers, which are located at the pressure points on the bottom of the feet. Neurotrophic ulcers occur primarily in people with diabetes.

  • Disclaimer

    The content in this page is not a substitute for professional medical advice. If you think you have Ulcers, please consult your doctor.

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