Bedsore

usgb/ˈbedsɔːr/
noun

An injury or pain on the skin and flesh of a person who has been lying in bed for a long time.

The prolonged bed rest resulted in a severe bedsore on his back.
Visual representation of "bedsore" - An injury or pain on the skin and flesh of a person who has been lying in bed for a long time.

Often appears as...

  • develop a bedsore
  • treat a bedsore

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Medical Condition

Understand 'bedsore' refers to a serious health problem due to immobility, not just discomfort.

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After her surgery, she had to lie still and developed a bedsore.
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Care and Prevention

'Bedsore' suggests a need for better care or movement to prevent skin damage.

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Caregivers rotated his position frequently to prevent bedsores.
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Specific Location

A 'bedsore' usually occurs on areas where bones are close to the skin, like heels or hips.

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She was most at risk of developing a bedsore on her hip.
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