year 8, Issue 29 (2-2009)                   J. Med. Plants 2009, 8(29): 36-40 | Back to browse issues page

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Zahmatkash M, Rashidi M. Treatment of Diabetic Leg Ulcer by Local Application of Honey and Olive oil Mixture. J. Med. Plants 2009; 8 (29) :36-40
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Background: Wound care is one of the main concerns of patients with diabetes. Objective: This case involved a 55-year-old man with uncontrolled type 2 diabetes mellitus developed medial leg ulcer (2cm × 2cm) due to accident, for which he received currently recommended therapy, including antibiotic and betadin dressing. After 2 months of care the ulcer did not improved. Methods: Patient referred to diabetic clinic with 2×2×2 cm medial leg ulcer. After rule out of osteomylitis and discontinuation of antibiotic and betadin dressing, once-daily thick applications of honey and olive oil mixture were started. Results: Granulation tissue appeared within 5 days and in one month the ulcer resolved. Conclusion: Two weeks later, the ulcer has not been recurred.
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Type of Study: Research | Subject: Pharmacology & Toxicology
Received: 2008/04/29 | Accepted: 2008/12/4 | Published: 2009/03/18

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