Why Have I Developed Sores On My Lower Legs That Leak Clear Fluid?

Posted on Thu, 2 Aug 2018

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Question : I have developed sores on my lower legs . The skin looks like a alligator and now I am having trouble healing them. Now they are now leaking water too which I can not stop so the sores will not heal.

Answered by Dr. Bhagyesh V. Patel (39 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
infection with cellulitis.needs antibiotic treatment to heal properly.

Detailed Answer:

Hello,

* As per my clinical experience, the appearance of skin with leaking water suggest there
is infection with cellulitis stage.

* In this condition, you need systemic antibiotic therapy ( as cephalosporin or other
group as per choice of your doctor ) in terms of tablets along with local part care.

* Control of blood sugar is also essential to prevent further spread of infection.

I would like to clarify further details as per your requirement, if possible with a photo picture of the sores in follow up conversation.

Wish you fine recovery.
Regards.

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