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Is calmoseptine good for bed sore?

Yes, Calmoseptine is good for a bed sore.


What is bed sore called?

Bedsores are the result of inflammation and damage caused by irritation to the skin and inhibited blood flow.


WHAT IS AN ischial ulcer?

this is commonly called a bed sore on the hipbone area..it can breakdown the skin and cause an ulcer or open area usually occurs with people who are immobile in bed for periods of times and are not turning


What are two other names for decubits ulcers?

A decubitus ulcer, also called a pressure sore or bed sore. It is an open wound on your skin. Pressure sores often occur on the skin covering bony areas when a person doesn't move much or someone doesn't move the person often enough.


What does it mean when a bed sore isn't an open wound but its black and purple?

It means that the bed sore has gotten severely infected. In these cases, it would be better if the sore was an open wound. This way, you or your physician could easily be able to clean it.


What is the dust underneath your bed?

Dust underneath your bed is your own dead skin. Dust underneath your bed is your own dead skin. Dust underneath your bed is your own dead skin.


When do Bella break the bed?

bella, doesn't break the bed. eward does. its during their honeymoon


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a air bed breaks when electricity is to hot on the bed


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You dont


Why do bedsores occur?

Bedsores normally occur because of pressure ulcers on the skin. For example, an elderly person who is bed ridden will normally have bed sores. This is because they are constantly in one position and they are not allowing their skin to breathe by the lack of moving.


Is tanning bed lotion recommended for dry skin?

Yes it is because a tanning bed will further dry your skin. I would ask a dermatologist or the people at the tanning bed you use to recommend the best lotions for your skin type.


What kind of ulcer is a localized area of dead tissue?

Presuure Ulcer or Bed Sore