Poor-wound-healing: Causes & Reasons

Warning: Do not use in emergencies, if pregnant, if under 18, or as a substitute for a doctor’s advice or diagnosis. Learn more

Possible Causes for poor wound healing

Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome Type 4

Skin symptoms are also common, due to the increased stretchiness of the skin, and can include: easily bruised or damaged skinned poor wound healing, and increased scarring [disabilitysecrets.com]

wound healing, calcified subcutaneous spheroids, and pseudotumors. [icd10data.com]

Common symptoms include: Loose joints Very stretchy and soft skin that tears easily Paper thin scars Poor wound healing Chronic bruising and scarring of the shins Certain [cincinnatichildrens.org]

Neutrophil Immunodeficiency Syndrome

wound healing, including an absence of pus in infected areas. [orpha.net]

Affected individuals present with leukocytosis, neutrophilia, severe recurrent bacterial infections and poor wound healing. [uniprot.org]

[…] immunodeficiency syndrome is a primary immunodeficiency characterized by neutrophilia with severe neutrophil dysfunction, leukocytosis, a predisposition to bacterial infections and poor [orpha.net]

Malnutrition

Poor wound healing: Typically, when there is a deficit in the protein, carbohydrates and vitamins, the body cannot heal. [richmondvale.org]

Symptoms of malnutrition include: Weight loss Muscle wasting Hair loss Pale skin Mental confusion Poor wound healing. We know malnutrition is linked with poor health. [daa.asn.au]

In addition to weight loss, malnutrition can cause poor wound healing and dental difficulties. It may also cause weakness, which can result in falls. [mayoclinic.org]

Ehlers-Danlos Syndrom Classic Type 2

Overview A rare genetic connective tissue disorder characterized by hypermobile joints, hyperextensible skin and poor wound healing - a milder form of Type 1 with hypermobility [checkorphan.org]

wound healing with formation of wide atrophic fish-mouthed scars following minor trauma. [mdedge.com]

Introduction Connective tissue disorder characterized by hyperelastic/ fra gile skin joint hypermobility and dislocation generalized ligamentous laxity poor wound healing [orthobullets.com]

Hereditary Factor XIIIA Deficiency

Patients may have poor wound healing. [orpha.net]

wound healing Author Helge Dirk Hartung, MD Attending Physician, Division of Hematology, The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia Disclosure: Nothing to disclose. [emedicine.medscape.com]

It is characterized biochemically by low levels or dysfunctional factor XIII and clinically by increased bleeding and poor wound healing. Systematic References: 1. [moldiag.com]

Cushing Syndrome

Increased susceptibility of skin to infections Poor wound healing of bruises, cuts, and scratches Spots appear on the upper body, that is, on the face, chest or shoulders [news-medical.net]

wound healing Acne and hirsutism (excessive hair growth in women on their faces, necks, chests, abdomens and thighs) Women may also show clitoral hypertrophy and male-pattern [dermnetnz.org]

[…] skin include: Easy bruising ( purpura ) and purple striae of the skin over the abdomen, buttocks and thighs Telangiectatic cheeks (broken capillaries ) Fragile skin and poor [dermnetnz.org]

Diabetic Ulcer

wound healing. [elsevier.es]

Due to poor healing factors, surgical wound healing is questionable in diabetic patients. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Poor nutrition can hinder the success of healing diabetic foot wounds, so make sure to ask patients about how their meals are going. [todayswoundclinic.com]

ACTH-Independent Cushing Syndrome

A) Atrophy of fast twitch myofibers leading to weakness B) Secondary diabetes C) Thick, tough skin D) Osteoporosis E) Poor wound healing Which of the following is NOT associated [quizlet.com]

The end result may include a protuberant abdomen with purple striae, poor wound healing, thinning of skin, generalized muscle weakness, and marked osteoporosis that is made [physio-pedia.com]

wound healing, hypertension and diabetes mellitus, increase the risks of surgery. [ 12 ] Drug therapy remains very important for normalising cortisol levels while awaiting [patient.info]

Brandt Syndrome

AE is associated with short stature, anaemia, skin hyperpigmentation, hepatosplenomegaly, hypogonadism, poor wound healing, immune deficiency, recurrent bacterial and fungal [medical-dictionary.thefreedictionary.com]

The condition can also cause inflammation or infection of the eyes and nail beds, anemia, poor wound healing, and delayed puberty. [sema4.com]

Other features associated with severe and chronic zinc deficiency include failure to thrive, mental slowness, photophobia, hypogeusia, anemia, poor wound healing, hypogonadism [orpha.net]

Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome

wound healing, calcified subcutaneous spheroids, and pseudotumors ICD-9-CM Volume 2 Index entries containing back-references to 756.83 : [icd9data.com]

wound healing leading to wide scarring Noncancerous fibrous growths on pressure areas, such as elbows and knees; fatty growths on the shins and forearms Muscle fatigue and [web.archive.org]

Avoiding trauma to the skin and internal organs because of fragile skin and poor wound healing. [web.archive.org]

Hereditary Factor XIII Deficiency

wound healing, spontaneous abortion, and a life-long tendency towards spontaneous bleeding and severe bleeding after trauma or surgery. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

A bleeding tendency and poor wound healing had been noted in the patient since birth. She had hemangiomas in the leg and vulva (Klippel-Weber disease). [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Deficiency leads to clot instability, bleeding, and poor wound healing. [accessanesthesiology.mhmedical.com]

Vitamin D Deficiency

Summary Inadequate vitamin D levels may lead to poor wound healing following surgery, injury or infection. [healthline.com]

Scurvy

Poor wound healing and breakdown of old scars may be seen. [web.archive.org]

Symptoms include weakness, poor wound healing, anemia and rotting gums. It’s rare in developed countries, but those who are malnourished could develop the condition. [globalnews.ca]

Prolonged deficiency can result in scurvy, poor wound healing and bleeding gums.’ [oxforddictionaries.com]

Vitamin B12 Deficiency

wound healing Malnutrition Enlarged spleen (splenomegaly) Enlarged liver (hepatomegaly) Skin hyper pigmentation or hypo pigmentation Poor antibody production following vaccines [b12deficiency.info]

Symptoms mimicking Parkinson's and MS Nominal aphasia - difficulty recalling names or words Radiculopathy - chronic pain disorder Increased susceptibility to infections Poor [b12deficiency.info]

Zinc Deficiency

Clinical features: diarrhoea alopecia poor wound healing defective taste failure to thrive the syndrome of acrodermatitis enteropathica Diagnosis is made by giving a therapeutic [gpnotebook.co.uk]

[…] infections, low fertility, stretch marks, prostate problems, stunted growth, mental problems, poor wound healing, a poor immune system, diarrhea, mental lethargy, poor appetite [healthstatus.com]

Hair loss and poor wound healing also can be signs of a zinc deficiency, adds Rachel K. [todaysgeriatricmedicine.com]

Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome Classic-Like Type 1

Unlike classical EDS they did not have atrophic scarring or poor wound healing. [unboundmedicine.com]

wound healing. [scholars.northwestern.edu]

There is poor wound healing, leading to thin wide scars. [myvmc.com]

Peripheral Vascular Disease

Complications of both PVD and PAD include poor wound healing, restricted mobility, limb pain, stroke, heart attack and loss of limb. [nm.org]

Such complications may include: Amputation (loss of a limb) Poor wound healing Restricted mobility due to pain or discomfort Severe pain in the affected extremity Stroke [hopkinsmedicine.org]

Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome Hypermobility Type

– Poor wound healing – Abnormal scarring – Chronic fatigue – Chronic pain – Cardiac abnormalities – Foot deformities – TMJ dysfunction – Low muscle tone – Hernias – Early [edswellness.org]

Introduction Connective tissue disorder characterized by hyperelastic/ fra gile skin joint hypermobility and dislocation generalized ligamentous laxity poor wound healing [orthobullets.com]

Ehlers-Danlos-Syndrome Type 10

wound healing, calcified subcutaneous spheroids, and pseudotumors. [icd10data.com]

The Ehlers Danlos Syndromes (EDS) are a group of heritable connective tissue disorders generally characterized by poor wound healing, hypermobile joints, and soft velvety [chronicpainpartners.com]

wound healing. [medical-dictionary.thefreedictionary.com]

Metabolic Syndrome

Diabetes / insulin resistance High blood glucose levels result in infections, nerve damage and poor wound healing. [dermnetnz.org]

wound healing. [dermnetnz.org]

[…] callus and cracked heel Miscellaneous Keratosis pilaris Adiposis dolorosa Diabetes / insulin resistance High blood glucose levels result in infections, nerve damage and poor [dermnetnz.org]

Venous Stasis Ulcer

Minor trauma to affected tissues may result in poor wound healing and venous stasis ulcer. Venous stasis primarily occurs in body regions situated below the heart. [symptoma.com]

Common in patients with VSUs, bacterial colonization and infection contribute to poor wound healing. [woundcareadvisor.com]

Urinary Stress Incontinence

(Clinical Principle) Physicians should strongly consider avoiding the use of mesh in patients undergoing stress incontinence surgery who are at risk for poor wound healing [auanet.org]

Guideline Statement 19 Physicians should strongly consider avoiding the use of mesh in patients undergoing stress incontinence surgery who are at risk for poor wound healing [auanet.org]

Physicians should consider the presence of other comorbid conditions and treatments that may affect wound healing (e.g., radiation therapy, presence of significant scarring [auanet.org]

Heelspur

Heel surgery complications include, but are not limited to: infection, pain (temporary or permanent), swelling, hematoma, bleeding, blood clot, poor wound healing, incision [bunionsurgeryny.com]

[…] breakdown, poor bone healing, nerve injury (temporary or permanent), disability, recurrence, compartment syndrome, development of hammer/claw toes, flail toe, metatarsalgia [bunionsurgeryny.com]

Lower Extremity Arteriosclerosis

Poor wound healing or fewer pulses in your feet are other signs. [webmd.com]

wound healing in the legs or feet Painful ulcers and/or gangrene in areas of the feet where blood supply is lost; typically in the toes Who is at risk for peripheral artery [medicinenet.com]

The symptoms of lower extremity arterial occlusive disease include: Pain in the calves or thighs while walking Pain in the feet at rest Coolness of legs and feet Poor healing [lifebridgehealth.org]

Actinic Keratosis

Radiation can cause poor wound healing and radiation necrosis. [podiatrytoday.com]

For patients not eligible for surgery, radiation therapy is an option with a complete response rate of 65 percent and a 17 percent risk of poor wound healing or radiation [podiatrytoday.com]

Peripheral Neuropathy

Check your feet regularly for cuts or other wounds. People with neuropathy can be at risk for infection and poor wound healing. [cancer.ca]

wound healing Excessive sweating or skin dryness Flushed or pale skin Abnormal nail growth Decreased ability to participate in normal functional activities CAUTION: If you [moveforwardpt.com]

[…] of the body affected by the nerve or nerves Bowel or bladder changes; nerves controlling these functions may be affected Temperature intolerances Decreased balance Falls Poor [moveforwardpt.com]

Postoperative Dehiscence

This patient is at risk for poor wound healing due to the chronic illness of diabetes, being obese (BMI 30), and smoking. [quizlet.com]

Clients at risk for evisceration include those with poor wound healing (e.g., diabetic clients), older adults with friable (fragile) skin, morbidly obese individuals, and [what-when-how.com]

In some cases, wound dehiscence could be secondary to wound infection or poor healing as seen in patients with chronic diseases, malnutrition or weak immune systems. [woundcarecenters.org]

Goiter

The operating surgeon should also be mindful of the patient’s nutritional status pre-operatively as this may lead to poor wound healing. [med.uth.edu]

ACTH-Dependent Cushing Syndrome

wound healing, hirsutism or scalp thinning; pigmentation (usually sign of ACTH dependent Cushings) Weight gain/central obesity (97%); dorsocervical fat pad (buffalo hump) [dundeemedstudentnotes.wordpress.com]

Individuals might also experience poor wound healing, menstrual irregularities, and psychiatric disturbances. [osmosis.org]

The end result may include a protuberant abdomen with purple striae, poor wound healing, thinning of skin, generalized muscle weakness, and marked osteoporosis that is made [physio-pedia.com]

Diabetes Mellitus

Poor wound healing, caused by poor blood supply due to narrowed blood vessels caused by advanced diabetes. One may hear someone saying ‘I am OK as my wounds heal well’. [singhealth.com.sg]

Common symptoms include: frequent urination and excessive thirst tiredness and unexplained weight loss itchiness of skin especially private parts poor wound healing Complications [elderly.gov.hk]

Possible symptoms include thirst, excessive urination, increased appetite, weight loss, lethargy, poor wound healing and infections. [chp.gov.hk]