Pyoderma gangrenosum - Lifestyle and home remedies

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Pyoderma gangrenosum - Lifestyle and home remedies
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Pyoderma gangrenosum is a condition that causes large, painful sores (ulcers) to develop on your skin, most often on your legs.

It's not certain what causes pyoderma gangrenosum, but it may be related to a disorder of the immune system. About half the people with pyoderma gangrenosum have an underlying chronic health condition.

Pyoderma gangrenosum is rare. Effective treatment for pyoderma gangrenosum is available, but in some cases, the ulcers may leave scars. Early diagnosis and therapy reduces your risk of scarring. Occasionally, pyoderma gangrenosum may return.

Lifestyle and home remedies

If you have pyoderma gangrenosum, it's important to treat your skin gently. These steps can help.

* Apply bandages and soothing creams as directed by your doctor. Careful treatment helps reduce the risk of scarring.
* Avoid injury to your skin. Wear protective clothing if you think you might injure or damage your skin.
* Apply sunscreen with a sun protection factor (SPF) of 15 or greater before you head outdoors.

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