What to discuss with the care team
- Ask for a clinical review when a wound is not progressing, becomes larger or reopens.
- Report increasing pain, concerning drainage, dark tissue or other new changes promptly to the treating clinician.
- Mention diabetes, circulation concerns and other conditions that may affect healing.
- Explain practical barriers such as transportation, limited mobility or difficulty maintaining follow-up after discharge.
- For an urgent or life-threatening problem, seek emergency care instead of waiting for a website response.
More information
General information for discussing care with your clinician. Follow the instructions provided for your individual condition. For a medical emergency, call 911.