Current Category: Gangrene

If bed sores are not timely treated, can gangrene develop?

Yes.  Gangrene is a complication that may develop due to the death of tissue in and around the bed sore.  Severe bed sores may result in the reduction of blood flow in and around the wound.  The reduced blood flow increases the ability of bacteria to grow.  Bacteria produce toxins… read more »

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