Patient's question:
Recently, I don't know what's going on with my skin. It's dry, itchy, and has white spots and red dots. It's very uncomfortable. Could you please tell me what a pressure sore refers to?Doctor's answer:
Bedsores refer to the skin and subcutaneous tissue edema caused by long-term pressure on a part of the body, leading to impaired blood circulation, which may result in the formation of blisters, ulcers, or gangrene. The primary principle of treatment is to promptly eliminate the pressure, enhance local blood circulation, and promptly address the wound. For non-rusted areas, massage or infrared irradiation should be implemented. For wounds with ulcers, debriding agents should be applied externally. If infection occurs, antibiotic treatment is necessary.