Open Sores on Skin
Venous ulcers, also known as open sores, occur when a person’s leg veins don’t push the blood back to the heart as much as they should. When blood backs up in the veins, it also builds pressure which can be one of the causes of the formation of open sores. Most venous ulcers happen in the lower leg, just above the ankle. Typically, these sores are also slow to heal and can cause several complications if left untreated or unattended.
Zinc plays a huge part in wound healing, and if a person doesn’t have enough zinc in their body, it can cause wounds to heal pretty slowly. Wounds and open sores can be highly uncomfortable, and if they’re not given the proper medical attention, they can be exposed to various complications. Zinc’s role in wound healing cannot be underemphasized as it is required for protein and collagen synthesis, which directly affects the regenerative properties of cells. With enough zinc in the body, inflammatory cells, epithelial cells, and fibroblasts, which are types of proliferating cells, can help people heal faster.
Doctors suggest that people with zinc deficiency consult them to determine the best action. They can recommend dietary changes or adjustments, supplementation, and other similar courses.
