Bed sores, also known as pressure ulcers, often affect people who are bedridden or have limited mobility. If not identified early, they can lead to serious infections and complications.
🩺 Here are 5 common symptoms you should watch out for:
1️⃣ Red or Discolored Skin
2️⃣ Open Sores or Ulcers
3️⃣ Swelling and Warmth
4️⃣ Pain or Tenderness
5️⃣ Blisters
Read More: https://woundguide.org/understanding-pressure-ulcers-causes-stages-and-risk-factors/
Steps to Ensure Proper Wound Care
Clean Hands First: Always wash your hands before touching a wound.
Gentle Cleaning: Use mild soap or saline to rinse without damaging tissues.
Moisture Balance: Keep the wound slightly moist to accelerate cell growth.
Right Dressing: Choose the right bandage depending on the wound type.
Monitor Regularly: Look out for redness, swelling, or foul odor — these are early signs of infection.
Read More: https://woundguide.org/daily-wound-care-routine-to-prevent-infections/
Caring for someone who’s in bed or a wheelchair?
Pressure sores can sneak up fast, but they’re totally preventable! 💚
Just 6 simple habits — like moving often, gentle skin care, quick cleanups, good food, and daily checks — can save your loved one from pain.
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Learn more 👉 www.woundguide.org
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Why is it so hard to wrap a wound that's in an underarm/armpit? Especially as a fat person?
Advice invited and appreciated!! 🙏
*about wound care and HS in general, NOT about intentional we*ght l*ss. Thanks.
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Rebecca Esther (they/she)
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