Sometimes a sore on your leg just won’t heal. It sits there, week after week, not getting better. This might mean your circulation needs attention.
Regular cuts heal in a week or two. Leg ulcers are different. Here’s what you might notice:
• Takes more than 4 weeks to heal
• Shows up on lower legs, ankles, or feet
• Skin around it looks darker or shiny
• Area stays swollen
• Hurts when you walk or stand
• Gets worse instead of better
• Keeps coming back in the same spot
When blood flow is poor, your body can’t fix things properly. The wound stays open because it’s not really getting what it needs to heal.
Some signs mean you should get help soon. Don’t ignore these:
• Ulcer gets bigger each week
• Red, hot skin around the sore
• Pus or bad smell
• More pain when you lift your leg up
• Legs hurt when you walk
• Night cramps
• Skin feels cold or looks pale
• Less hair on your lower legs
• Cramping in your calves
These often mean you have circulation problems. The medical term is PAD, peripheral arterial disease. It occurs when the arteries become narrow and cannot pump blood properly.
A limited supply of blood means that your body is unable to heal the tissue.
Poor blood flow means:
• Less oxygen gets to your wound
• Healing nutrients can’t get through
• Your body can’t fight infection well
• Waste builds up around the wound
• New skin cells grow slowly
• The healing process stalls out
This is why some ulcers stick around for months. Your body wants to heal, but it doesn’t have the tools to do the job.
At Heart Vascular and Leg Center, you’ll meet doctors who genuienly care. Dr. Vinod Kumar leads the team. He’s passionate about helping people with heart and circulation problems.
Gerardo Murguia is another provider patients love. People say he:
• Really listens to their concerns
• Takes time to answer questions
• Explains things in simple terms
• Makes them feel comfortable
• Shows genuine kindness during visits
This team has been helping people in Bakersfield for over 20 years. They’ve seen it all and know how to help.
You don’t need major surgery anymore. Heart Vascular and Leg Center uses newer, gentler treatments. These procedures help blood flow better so your wound can finally heal.
What’s great about these treatments:
• Done in their office, not a hospital
• You go home the same day
• Less pain and risk
• Get back to normal activities faster
• Most insurance plans cover them
• No big scars or long recovery time
Here’s something amazing: when people get help early, 8 out of 10 amputations can be prevented. That’s huge hope for anyone dealing with serious leg problems.
Don’t wait too long. Call if you notice:
• Leg ulcer hasn’t healed after 2 weeks
• Any of the warning signs we mentioned
• You have diabetes or other health issues
• Walking hurts or feels hard
• Night cramps
• You’re worried about how it looks
• The wound heals slow or get worse
• You’ve tried home remedies and nothing works
It is always best to get assistance at the earliest stage. It is simpler to correct minor issues than major ones.
Your legs deserve good care. If you have a sore that won’t heal, don’t just hope it gets better on its own!
Heart Vascular and Leg Center has served the people of Bakersfield for over 20 years. We know how to:
• Find the real cause of your problem
• Use gentle treatments that work
• Get you back to doing what you love
• Prevent serious complications
• Make you feel comfortable during visits
Book an appointment with Heart Vascular and Leg Center today.
You can also visit us at 5020 Commerce Drive in Bakersfield.
Your healing starts with one phone call.
How long should I wait before calling a doctor?
Don’t wait more than 3-4 weeks. If you see infection signs, call right away.
Will treatments hurt?
Today’s procedures are much gentler. Most people have very little pain.
Does insurance pay for this?
Most plans cover treatments that are medically needed. The office will check your coverage when you call.
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