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Is it possible for young people to get pressure sores?
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Of course: Pressure sores often occur in patients with spinal cord injuries or neurological disorders. These can affects people of any age.
Answered 9/10/2020
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Yes: If they are debilitated and/or paralyzed, yes.
Answered 9/28/2016
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