Ulcer

(ul’-ser). A sore attended by discharge. Ulcers are local when confined to one spot; constitutional when liable to appear on different parts of the body. They are usually dre ed with stimulating lotions or powdered oxide of zinc, the dre ing firmly bandaged on to support the part. Burn all soiled dre ings immediately. Some surgeons treat “bad legs” by strapping, cut in strips an inch and a half broad, and put on one overlapping the other right up the leg. — s. 155 —