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Leg Ulcers Learning Center
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The diagnosis is primarily based on the appearance of the skin. Your doctor may order tests to examine the blood flow in your legs.
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During a physical examination, a health care provider studies a patient's body to determine the presence or absence of physical problems. A typical physical examination includes: Inspection (looking at the body; Palpation (feeling the body with ha...
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The health status of populations and of individuals is assessed for many reasons. Assessing needs for care helps guide the allocation of resources— diagnostic assessments guide treatment, prognostic assessments contribute to planning, and assessin...
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An extremity x-ray is an image of the hands, wrist, or feet, or all of these areas. The term "extremity" often specifically refers to a human hand or foot. X-rays are a form of radiation that penetrate the body to form an image on film. Structures...
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