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Pressure ulcers are an extremely serious problem that could cause severe discomfort. They may also cause muscle and bone damage beneath the skin. The ulcers can rapidly develop and may require hospitalization. As the skin ages is thinner and more vulnerable to injury. They can also develop under a plaster of Paris dressing. There are four types of pressure ulcers. A doctor can decide if the pressure ulcer is serious by assessing the extent of the wound and the look of the scar.
The first stage of a pressure ulcer begins with purple intact skin. The ulcer may progress to stage IV with exposed bone, tendon, and other underlying structures. Stage IV pressure ulcers might be caused by tunneling or undermining. The depth of a pressure ulcer is dependent on the anatomical site. Pressure ulcers can be deep or shallow, dependent on the depth. The National Pressure Ulcer Advisory Panel describes four different stages of pressure ulcers.
Pressure ulcers are painful lesions of the skin, caused by long-term exposure to excessive pressure. They are more frequent in those who are in bed or in a wheelchair. They typically appear on arms and backs and are usually accompanied by pus-like drainage. Although they heal gradually they can cause serious effects on the underlying tissues. There are other conditions that could be present like peripheral vascular diseases.
