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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.

Answered 9/28/2016

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Depends on stage : Weeks to months depending in the stage and need for surgery or reconstruction.

Answered 2/8/2016

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It depends: Some times they never heal . The healing depends upon ;cause , size, underling , medical condition etc.

Answered 9/28/2016

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