Non-Diabetic Ulcer Clinic
Venous Leg Ulcers
Open sores on the lower leg caused by weak vein valves and long-standing venous pressure, usually near the ankle.
Venous leg ulcer treatment in Surat. Compression therapy, wound care and vein treatment to heal ankle ulcers and stop them coming back.
Key Takeaways
- Venous leg ulcers form near the ankle when weak vein valves let blood pool in the lower leg.
- They are the most common type of leg ulcer and often come back if the vein problem is not treated.
- Compression therapy is the foundation of healing, combined with proper wound care.
- At EDFC Surat we treat both the wound and the underlying vein disease so the ulcer heals and stays healed.
What Is a Venous Leg Ulcer?
A venous leg ulcer is an open, slow-healing sore on the lower leg, usually just above the ankle, caused by persistently high pressure in the leg veins when their one-way valves stop working properly.
When vein valves weaken, blood flows backward and pools in the lower leg. This constant pressure damages the skin from inside. The skin becomes discoloured, itchy and fragile, and even a small scratch can open into an ulcer that refuses to heal for months.
What Does a Venous Leg Ulcer Look Like?
Most venous leg ulcers share these features:
- Located on the inner side of the leg, just above the ankle
- Shallow with irregular edges and a red or yellowish base
- Surrounding skin that is brown, hardened or itchy
- Swelling in the leg that worsens by evening
- Aching or heaviness rather than sharp pain
How Do We Treat Venous Leg Ulcers in Surat?
At Elegance Diabetic Foot & Ulcer Clinic, treatment works on two fronts:
- Heal the wound: specialised dressings, debridement of unhealthy tissue and infection control.
- Fix the pressure: graduated compression bandaging or stockings, and assessment of the veins. Where needed, we coordinate vein procedures with our vascular team.
- Prevent recurrence: long-term compression, leg elevation habits and regular review.
Related conditions we treat include varicose vein ulcers and venous hypertension ulcers.
What Does Treatment Cost in Surat?
Cost depends on ulcer size, how long it has been present and whether a vein procedure is needed. Simple compression-based care is very affordable, while long-standing ulcers requiring advanced dressings or vein treatment cost more. We explain the full plan and estimate before starting.
Why Choose EDFC for Venous Leg Ulcers?
Many clinics only dress the wound. Dr. Ashutosh Shah and the EDFC team treat the root vein problem, which is why our healed ulcers tend to stay healed. If you have a leg wound that has not healed in two weeks, send us a photo on WhatsApp or visit our Surat clinic.
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Have an ulcer that won't heal?
Send a photo on WhatsApp for an assessment, or book a consultation with Dr. Shah.
This page is for education only and is not a substitute for an in-person diagnosis. Please consult Dr. Ashutosh Shah or a qualified clinician for advice specific to your condition.