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What is a pressure ulcer and how is it caused?

April 26, 2017caused pressure ulcer

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What is a pressure ulcer and how is it caused?

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A pressure ulcer is an injury to the skin and the tissue underneath it. It is caused by unrelieved pressure, rubbing or friction to an area of the skin. Damage can range from discolored, unbroken skin to deep wounds down to muscle or bone.