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Struggling from bed sores
My father is in bed from past 1 year due to leg swelling he couldn't walk.. due to this bed sores has started in sitting area. kindly let me know treatment for bed sores.. Right now am applying Povidone iodine solution & powder but not getting cured but he has more pain. Pls help me I couldn't take him to hospital for other issues.
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Bedsores at the sacral area
Inthe image you have uploaded, there is devitalized( dead ) tissue present.
It is the source of microorganisms, to spread and damage
That tissue should be removed immediately
With antibiotics cream topically
If needed collagen powder may be applied
If he is diabetic, good sugar control is important
Next Steps
kindly consult a surgeon at your locality, and the dead tissue to be removed
Health Tips
frequent mobilisation of your father from bed atleast side to side
water bed or
Alpha bed
good nutrition
Anemia correction
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