Recent Examples on the WebSome of the most common causes of saddle sores include chafing, folliculitis, or ulcerations.—Kelly Hoover Greenway, Health, 19 June 2024 Other breeds, like German shepherds, are the poster pups for cutaneous lupus, which can cause ulceration and destruction of the nose.—Dr. Devon B. Smith, Baltimore Sun, 13 June 2024 They should always be stretched out to avoid potentially cutting off circulation or getting ulceration from the pressure of the socks bunching.—Nsisong Bassey, Verywell Health, 15 Mar. 2024 Other adverse health effects from hexavalent chromium exposure includes nasal and sinus cancers, kidney and liver damage, nasal and skin irritation and ulceration and eye irritation and damage.—Chris Pandolfo, Fox News, 14 Mar. 2024 The ulcerations and conjunctivitis, which have since received treatment, left the kitten with heavy clouding and scarring on his eyes.—Kelli Bender, Peoplemag, 1 Feb. 2024 Bloody diarrhea can be the result of various medical conditions, such as anal fissures, infections, or ulcerations.—Kasandra Brabaw, Health, 25 Aug. 2023 Symptoms include dark discoloration in the skin, especially in the fingertips, nose and ears; Raynaud’s phenomenon (this can occur with many diseases or by itself); ulceration; and pain upon swallowing cold foods or liquids.—Dr. Keith Roach, oregonlive, 2 Aug. 2023 Another side effect is skin ulcerations that can rapidly worsen and, without treatment, require amputation.—Dale Ellis, Arkansas Online, 16 July 2023
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