Malignant skin ulcer

What is a malignant skin ulcer❓ 

 Skin ulcer: a break in the skin, underlying tissues can be seen 

 Malignant skin ulcer: skin ulcers caused by cancer 

 Usually develop in people over 70 years, with very advanced cancer 👵

What are the symptoms of a malignant skin ulcer❓ 

 Break in the skin, underlying tissue can be seen. 

 Pain 😖 

 Bleeding 

 Discharge 

 Smell 

 Itch 

How do you diagnose a malignant skin ulcer❓ 

 Having classical symptoms 

 Physical examination 

How do you treat a malignant skin ulcer❓ 

 Wound cleaning and dressing 🤕

 Pain relief 💊

 Antibiotics (if bacterial infection) 💊

Why should I worry about a malignant skin ulcer❓ 

 Pain 😖

 Depression and anxiety 😢