scabbing. swelling of the skin near the ulcer. dry or flaky skin around the ulcer. pain or tenderness near the affected area.
What does a healing foot ulcer look like?
An ulcer on the foot looks like a red sore, most commonly found on the ball of the foot or under the big toe. If the sore gets infected, you will see pus and smell a bad odor. Untreated foot ulcers can develop gangrene and lead to an amputation.
How do you treat skin ulcers?
- Clean your ulcer daily with soap and water. …
- Keep your ulcer bandaged or covered with a wound dressing. …
- Apply medications such as saline, skin substitutes, and substances that make skin cells grow.
- Take better care of other health problems, such as diabetes or vascular disease.
