A Resourceful Guide To Treating Bedsores

Remove Damaged Tissue

In many cases, bedsores need to have dead, infected, and damaged skin removed from the area. Typically, damaged tissue must be cut in some fashion to remove it from a bedsore, which is a process known as debridement. Individuals can gently flush the area with water. Using salt water can be particularly helpful. Also, they can cut out sloughing or dead skin to remove damaged tissue. Individuals should ensure the area doesn’t hurt when the skin is removed. Also, sterilized equipment should be used when removing dead skin. The area must be clean before it's wrapped to shelter newly developing skin and prevent further pressure damage.

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