Bedsores

Bedsores are a serious medical issue commonly seen in people with limited mobility. A number of factors can lead to their development: pressure, friction, humidity, and medication can all be contributing factors. Bedsores can easily become infected and can present serious risks to patients’ lives. They are also usually preventable, and their presence can be a sign of neglect.

Bedsores are particularly common for people living with the assistance of others, in particular, hospitals and nursing homes. Many people in these situations spend a substantial amount of their time lying down, and the constant pressure can lead to skin damage and eventually infection. In addition, people in hospitals and nursing homes often have compromised immune systems, making infection all the more serious.

Hospital and nursing home workers are aware of the risk of bedsores and should take steps to prevent their development. Bedsores are easily preventable by regularly changing a mobility-restricted person’s position and paying attention to any lesions or sores developing on parts of the body. Bedsores most commonly develop on contact points, in particular the bonier parts of the body. By changing positions regularly, people with restricted mobility can avoid dangerously infected bedsores

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If you or someone you love has developed bedsores because of inadequate treatment, someone might be liable for neglect. The Clearwater personal injury lawyers of Tragos & Sartes, P.L. have helped countless clients win damages for their unnecessary suffering. To discuss your case with a lawyer, contact Tragos & Sartes, P.L. today at 727-441-9030.