About-Bedsores also called pressure ulcers and decubitus ulcers are injuries to the skin and underlying tissue resulting from prolonged pressure on the skin. Bedsores often happen on the:
Buttocks area (on the tailbone or hips)
Heels of the feet
Shoulder blades
Back of the head
Backs and sides of the knees
Symptoms-
Discolored patches which feel warm, spongy, or hard
Swelling
Pus-like draining
Pain or itchiness in the affected area
Tender areas
An open wound or blister (Two pressure ulcers)
A deep wound that reaches the deeper layers of the skin (Three pressure ulcers)
A very deep wound that may reach the muscle and bone (Four pressure ulcers)
Causes- Bedsores develop when blood supply to the skin is cut off for more than 2 to 3 hours. Several risk factors for this medical condition are
Friction from being moved or dragged or from uncomfortable clothing
Lack of mobility
Lying in wet bedding or clothes
Poor diet, malnutrition, and dehydration
The side effect of certain drugs including chemotherapy, steroids, and anti-inflammatories