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Erysipelas : Risk Factors

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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
How Pressure Ulcers Form
Even a healthy person can begin to develop pressure ulcers in less than a day if left in one position. It helps to know where how pressure ulcers develop and what you can do to prevent them.
Source:StayWell
Treating Pressure Ulcers: Surgery
Remove any tissue that's not pink or moist. Consult with the physician about the need for surgical repair.
Source:StayWell
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