A skin ulcer is caused by a venous reflux disorder that is called a venous stasis ulcer. Early signs that a venous stasis ulcer may develop include a darkening of the skin in the area of the ankle. Gradually, the skin may become leathery or waxy in appearance.
Without treatment of the venous disease, the skin may breakdown and bleeding may occur.
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Arlen Fleisher, MD is a specialist in phlebology, the branch of medicine that deals with the veins. With nearly 30 years of medical experience, Dr. Fleisher gives his patients a depth of understanding that is difficult to match.