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Pressure 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 time(for example, after surge...
Source:ADAM
Date:July 11, 2008
Bedsores
Bedsores are also called decubitus ulcers, pressure ulcers, or pressure sores. These tender or inflamed patches develop when skin covering a weight-bearing part of the body is squeezed between bone and another body part, or a bed, chair, splint, o...
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine

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Bedsores
Bedsores are the result of inflammation and damage caused by irritation to the skin and inhibited blood flow. The condition occurs when skin is rubbed against a bed, chair, cast, or other hard object for an extended period of time.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Alternative Medicine
What Are Pressure Ulcers?
Pressure sores—also called pressure ulcers or bed sores—happen when pressure on the skin cuts off the blood supply. This causes the skin and the tissue below the skin to break down. Pressure sores usually occur when a person lies or sits one way for too long. They can be painful and slow to heal. But you can do many things to help prevent pressure sores.
Source:StayWell
Date:August 14, 2003
Bedsores
Bedsores, also called decubitus ulcers, pressure ulcers, or pressure sores, begin as tender, inflamed patches that develop when a person''s weight rests against a hard surface, exerting pressure on the skin and soft tissue over bony parts of the bo...
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Surgery
Preventing Pressure Ulcers
Pressure sores can develop quickly, even in healthy skin. That's why taking steps to prevent them is so important. Taking pressure off the skin is the first step. That means changing positions often, supporting the body, and avoiding rubbing and sliding. Keeping the skin clean, eating well, and stretching the joints and muscles can also help prevent pressure sores.
Source:StayWell
Date:August 14, 2003
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