Skin ulcers

Skin ulcers

Also known as: Open sores; Bed sores; pressure sores

Skin ulcers are open sores that are often accompanied by the sloughing-off of inflamed tissue.

They can be caused by a variety of events, such as trauma, extreme temperatures, problems with blood circulation, or exposure to corrosive material.

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