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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 ...
Causes
These factors increase the risk for pressure ulcers: Being bedridden or in a wheelchair; Fragile skin; Having a chronic...
Treatments
Once a pressure ulcer is identified, steps must be taken immediately: Relieve the pressure on that area. Use pillows, s...
Drugs
- balsam Peru/castor oil/trypsin topical
- becaplermin topical
- chlorophyllin copper com/papain/urea topical
Alternative Therapies
Alternative treatment. Contrasting hot and cold local applications can increase circulation to the area and help flush ...
Prevention
If bedridden or immobile with diabetes, circulation problems, incontinence, or mental disabilities, you should be check...
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