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CoachA bedsore, also known as a pressure ulcer or pressure sore, is a skin injury caused by prolonged pressure on the skin. They commonly develop in individuals who are bedridden or have limited mobility, as constant pressure on specific areas of the body can lead to tissue damage and open wounds. It is important to reposition individuals regularly and provide proper care to prevent bedsores from developing.
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To what other conditions can bedsores lead?
Bedsores can lead to serious complications such as infections, cellulitis, sepsis, and, in severe cases, even gangrene. If left untreated, bedsores can also result in damage to muscles, bones, and joints.
What is another name for a decubitus ulcer?
Decubitus ulcers (also called pressure sores or bed sores) are chronic wounds ranging from mild inflammed patches to deep ulcers that can harbor infection) caused by prolonged pressure on them (or when the skin of the weight bearing part of the body is squeezed between the bone and with another part of the body or hard object).
What conditions associated with bedsores warrant immediate medical attention?
Conditions associated with bedsores that warrant immediate medical attention include signs of infection such as redness, warmth, or swelling around the sore, foul odor or drainage from the sore, increasing pain or changes in the appearance of the wound, fever, or signs of sepsis such as rapid heartbeat or breathing. If any of these symptoms are present, it is important to seek medical attention promptly to prevent complications.
