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Pressure area Sores
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This occurs when areas of the body which are compressed between bed or chair and bones causing the skin tissues to break down due to lack of blood supply. The areas can break down into open large sores which can become infected.
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Please Note: The information provided here should not be used for diagnosis or treatment of any medical condition. A medical practitioner should always be consulted for diagnosis and treatment of all medical conditions.
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