Skin ulcers can be caused by a variety of events, such as trauma, exposure to heat or cold, diabetes, or problems with blood circulation. Despite the best intentions and careful attention to foot care, many diabetic patients eventually develop foot ulcers. These wounds are the principal portal of entry for infection in patients with diabetes. Pressure ulcers, also known as decubitus ulcers or bedsores, are skin ulcers that develop on areas of the body where the blood supply has been reduced because of prolonged pressure; these may occur in people confined to bed or a chair, or in those who must wear a hard brace or plaster cast. Skin ulcers may become infected, causing serious health consequences.
The pharmacists at Bayview Pharmacy have the ability to compound several unique topical gels/creams that may help you. These topicals would be easy to use, painless, and custom made to meet your individual needs. They might contain a combination of the following medications:
Phenytoin
Misoprostol
Metronidazole
Lidocaine
Nystatin
Colchicine