Hi I am c5 - c6 quadriplegic since 2006 and I since that time I have a bed sore that not healing, can anyone help me to get right treatment for bed sore it can heal and I be do things well for being independent life after that.

Dr. NazimaGeneral Physician3yrs exp

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Bed sores are caused due constant pressure being exerted on the same part of the body. A lack of blood circulation gives rise to rashes and sores that initially only affect the skin. If pressure sores are left untreated, they can spread as far as the bones. Quadriplegics patient are at most risk, as they cannot feel pain in the paralyzed part of their bodies. If you notice a seemingly harmless-looking injury or reddening to the skin in immbolized pressure exerted part, it is essential to seek treatment fast, as pressure sores can spread extremely quickly. The affected skin area must be given immediate relief. Often the only way to do this is for the patient to lie down for a long time - usually on their stomach. The wounds caused by the decubitus ulcer must be treated carefully. With surface wounds it is sufficient to cleanse the affected skin and apply special dressings. If the wound has gone deeper, it has to be surgically cleaned. A special bandage that stimulates the blood circulation and encourages the reconstruction of blood vessels can help to heal the wound. This can take several weeks. Unfortunately, the scarring caused by the wound healing creates the risk of another pressure sore appearing in the same place. Consult a surgeon to treat the same.  

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