Decubitus ulcers: An ulceration due to an arterial occlusion or prolonged pressure. See detailed information below for a list of 11 causes of Decubitus ulcers, including diseases and drug side effect causes.
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Ulceration caused by prolonged pressure in patients permitted to lie too still for a long period of time; bony prominences of the body are the most frequently affected sites; ulcer is caused by ischemia of the underlying structures of the skin, fat, and muscles as a result of the sustained and constant pressure.
- (Source - Diseases Database)
The list of organs typically affected by Decubitus ulcers may include, but is not limited to:
The list below shows some of the causes of Decubitus ulcers mentioned in various sources:
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This information refers to the general prevalence and incidence of these diseases, not to how likely they are to be the actual cause of Decubitus ulcers. Of the 11 causes of Decubitus ulcers that we have listed, we have the following prevalence/incidence information:
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Depending on the seriousness of the onset of Decubitus ulcers, you may want to consult one of the following medical professionals.
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Bed sore, Pressure sores
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Medical Conditions associated with Decubitus ulcers:
Ulcers (7 causes), Skin ulcer (89 causes), Digestive symptoms (4367 causes), Skin symptoms (3572 causes), Skin lesion (378 causes), Skin problems (3304 causes)
Symptoms related to Decubitus ulcers:
Bedsores, Skin ulcers, Wounds, Trauma, Pressure (130 causes), Peripheral vascular disease, Venous thrombosis, Viral, Human Immune Deficiency virus, Hepatitis B or C, Whipples disease, Relapsing polychondritis
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