Question 1

what is a pressure sore?

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Ulcer fr. immobility: When someone sits or lies in the same position for hours at a time a breakdown of skin  can happen, particularly over boney prominences like sacrum, ankle or heel. This is most often seen in paralyzed patients who have no feeling in extremities  and are unable to turn themselves. Frequent repositioning, at least every 2 hours and pressure relief mattresses will help prevent ulcers.

Question 2

how should a pressure sore be kept clean?

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Frequent rinsing: Pressure sores are perfect areas for bacteria to colonize, inhibiting wound healing.  With each dressing change, which should be at least twice a day, one should gently rinse off the wound base with either salt water or gentle soap and water, followed by application of silvadene (silver sulfadiazine) to prevent infection.

Question 3

what is the typical color of a pressure sore?

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Red: Redness would be typical but yellow or white base is also possible.Prevention amd early treatment is important for the advanced the ulcer the more difficult to treat non surgically.

Question 4

what should i do if i see a pressure sore beginning?

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See your Doctor: The primary cause of pressure sores is infrequent changes in position. Chronic illness and poor nutrition can also contribute. Prevention is of course the best strategy.  If you see signs on the surface of the skin, it can sometimes be masking a deeper problem or even an infection.  This should be evaluated by a physician so that treatment can be started if needed.

Question 5

how often should i redress a pressure sore on my butt?

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Depth: Depending on the Stage and depth once or twice a day. Also need to monitor for drainage.

Question 6

how long does it usually take a pressure sore to heal?

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The deepr the longer: Pressure ulcers vary from simple abrasion of the skin to deep into muscle with exposed bone. If pressure ulcer is superficial , healing may be complete in 3-4 weeks. For deep ulcers 12-16 weeks might be needed. Some pressure ulcer will never heal unless surgery is done.

Question 7

how long does it take for a pressure sore to fully heal?

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Varies: It will very with depth size and nutritional status. It is important to avoid constantly staying in one position and local wound care to stimulate healing.

Question 8

can i use baby dessintin on pressure sore, its small but open?

Accepted Answer

Only: around the periphery of intact skin and only if excessively moist.  Use as a moisture barrier, but optimal treatment is to remove the pressure until healed and again, a wound care center would be your best choice.

Question 9

i have a big pressure sore. it doesn't really bother me. do i need to get it checked out anyway?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Pressure sores usually start at the bone, and if it is not dealt with appropriately the bone can become infected.

Question 10

how big can pressure sores get? i have never seen a pressure sore.  how large are they capable of getting?

Accepted Answer

Very Large.: Pressure sores left untreated, can become extremely large.  For example, I have seen pressure  ulcers that span the entire width of the patient's back, sacrum, or buttuck areas.

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