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Decubitus Ulcer
A pressure ulcer is an area of skin that breaks down when you stay in one position for too long without shifting your weight. This often happens if you use a wheelchair or you are bedridden, even for a short period of t...
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Symptoms
Pressure sores are categorized by severity, from Stage I (earliest signs) to Stage IV (worst: Stage I: A reddened area ...
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Causes
These factors increase the risk for pressure ulcers: Being bedridden or in a wheelchair; Fragile skin; Having a chronic...
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Treatments
Once a pressure ulcer is identified, steps must be taken immediately: Relieve the pressure on that area. Use pillows, s...
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Drugs
balsam Peru/castor oil/trypsin topical
becaplermin topical
chlorophyllin copper com/papain/urea topical
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aloe vera
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Alternative Therapies
Alternative treatment. Contrasting hot and cold local applications can increase circulation to the area and help flush ...
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Risk Factors
Bed-ridden
Elderly
Fecal Incontinence
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Complications
Bedsores : Prognosis.
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Prevention
If bedridden or immobile with diabetes, circulation problems, incontinence, or mental disabilities, you should be check...
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Family Medicine Specialist
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