Varicose ulcers may develop and be slow to heal because:
A) leg muscles are painful, restricting movement.
B) edema reduces arterial blood supply to the area.
C) emboli form in damaged veins, leading to local ischemia.
D) valves in veins restrict blood flow.

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Edema in varicose veins can increase pressure in the veins, reducing arterial blood supply and oxygen delivery to the tissue, which slows healing.

Varicose Ulcers May Develop and Be Slow to Heal Because