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    +1  Views: 771 Answers: 3 Posted: 12 years ago
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      Staying in one position for a prolonged time. Pohibits the blood flow to that particular area and the skin starts to breakdown.

      12 years ago. Rating: 3
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        What witchway says is true, but you must also essentially consider the patients underlying medical issues, especially  diabetes and heart disease/impaired blood flow throughout the body. There are others I'm sure, but I'm not an expert. Consistent and frequent repositioning of the body, up and ambulatory/walking if possible  (for better blood circulation)  and proper, attentive care  given  by care-givers as well as doctors  given at the first signs of a bed sore can manage it well or even stave it off.  Best of luck.

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          Click > Bedsores (Pressure sores): Causes - MayoClinic.com

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