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Pressure ulcers are a frequent problem that can cause severe pain. They can also result in the muscles and bones to break beneath the skin. The ulcers can develop rapidly and may necessitate hospitalization. As the skin age, it becomes thinner and more vulnerable to injury. Pressure ulcers can also form under a fiberglass or plaster of Paris dressing. There are four types of pressure ulcers. A doctor can determine whether the pressure ulcer is serious by looking at the severity of the injury and the appearance of the scar.
Stage I of a pressure ulcer begins with a skin that is intact and purple. The ulcer could grow to stage IV with exposed tendon, bone and other structures beneath. Stage IV pressure ulcers might include tunneling and submining. Their depth can vary based on their anatomical location. A pressure ulcer could be deep or shallow according to its depth. The National Pressure Ulcer Advisory Panel defines four types of pressure ulcers.
Pressure ulcers are painful lesions that appear on the skin caused by prolonged exposure to pressure. They are more prevalent in those who are bedridden or in a wheelchair. The pressure ulcers are typically found on the backs and arms of patients and often accompany the drainage of pus. Pressure ulcers can cause severe damage to the tissues beneath the skin, even though they recover slowly. There are other conditions that could be present like peripheral vascular diseases.
