Why is my Ulcer Not Healing?

Ulcers are a very finicky thing. One day they are looking great and you are almost healed and then the next thing you know, it has popped back open and you feel like you are back at square one. There are many different factors that contribute to healing. These include your nutrition, infection, blood flow and if there is any pressure to the area. If your ulcer is not healing or it has opened back up, chances are, one of these factors should be blamed. 

So, what can you do for an ulcer that is being stubborn or has decided to be a bit more awnry? The first thing you should do is head to your podiatrist. They are experts at foot ulcers and will be able to give you a good idea of what is going on. Once you see your podiatrist, they will do several things to check what is causing your ulcer to not heal. They will check your pulses, check for signs of infection, offload the pressure from the area of your ulcer and they may send you for some blood studies to see what your nutrition value is. 

The most important thing you can be doing for your ulcer is watching it like a hawk. Any changes in the healing of your ulcer or it opening back up is a sign that something is not working. If you have notcied something changing to your ulcer, you should seek care from your  podiatrist. If you live in the North Reading or Chatham, Massachusetts area, Dr. Wachtel would be more than happy to see you and help treat your feet. We are also happy to announce our Methuen and North Andover offices located at 451 Andover St. Suite 300, North Andover MA 01845 and 87 Jackson St, Methuen, MA 01835.