How to prevent "old rotten leg"? Old rotten leg is a common clinical disease, also known as venous ulcer, which is mainly a chronic skin ulcer in the middle and lower parts of the calf. Many people who suffer from varicose veins or phlebitis do not take it seriously and fail to receive timely treatment. As a result, they only realize the problem when it develops into a late stage, and with the aggravation of the condition, the old rotten leg quietly arrives. Once old rotten leg is discovered, treatment should be carried out immediately; otherwise, amputation may become necessary. So, how should we prevent old rotten leg?
There are roughly seven ways to prevent old rotten leg:
1. First of all, patients should pay attention to old rotten leg, seek medical help early, make an accurate diagnosis and receive treatment. Maintain and improve the smooth return flow of veins, eliminate tissue stasis. If you have varicose veins in the lower limbs, thrombophlebitis, history of venous ulcers, deep vein thrombophlebitis, or venous valve dysfunction, you should actively treat them to prevent the condition from developing and worsening. This way, you can stop old rotten leg before it starts, avoiding many troubles later on.
2. Avoid staying in one position for too long, such as standing or sitting for extended periods. When the body remains stationary in a standing or seated position for a long time, due to gravity, the pressure on the venous valves in the lower limbs is relatively high. The muscles in the calf are relatively relaxed, resulting in poor blood drainage in the veins, and the valves continuously bear significant pressure. When the pressure exceeds what the valves can resist, abnormal backflow of blood occurs in the veins and gradually worsens, eventually leading to increased local venous stasis. Therefore, prolonged standing or sitting should be avoided, and appropriate rest and activity should be taken.
3. Prevent long-term elevation of intra-abdominal pressure. Increased intra-abdominal pressure can affect the return flow of blood in the lower limb veins, causing elevated pressure in the lower limb veins and increasing the damage to the venous valves or adding to their burden. Therefore, diseases that cause increased intra-abdominal pressure should be actively treated.
4. Elevate the affected limb to promote the return flow of blood in the lower limb veins. Proper rest and elevating the affected limb can promote the return flow of blood in the affected limb, reducing swelling and preventing ulcers on the calf. Patients should elevate the affected limb 3-5 times a day, each time for about half an hour. Walking is encouraged to improve circulation.
5. Prevent external injuries. Due to the tortuosity of the veins, the walls of the veins are very thin and prone to injury and bleeding, so it is important to protect the affected limb from external injuries, frostbite, or bites by insects or animals.
6. Treat eczema promptly if old rotten leg is accompanied by eczema, to avoid breaking the skin and causing infection, which could lead to ulcers or exacerbate the condition.
7. During the treatment of old rotten leg, the diet should be light, with less consumption of fish, shrimp, and crab.
How to prevent old rotten leg? The above is a detailed introduction by experts on how to prevent old rotten leg, hoping it can help you. If you have more questions, you can consult online with experts at Shanxi Yikang Peripheral Vascular Hospital. Finally, I wish you good health.
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