The National Pressure Ulcer Advisory Panel redefined the definition of a pressure ulcer and the stages of pressure ulcers in 2007, including the original 4 stages and adding 2 stages on deep tissue ...

Stage I pressure ulcers involve the superficial skin layer and are characterized by erythema to dusky to blue-gray coloration, swelling, and discomfort. Stage II pressure ulcers involve a partial ...

Nutritional interventions at a community level may be the best way forward to both prevent and treat the "flesh-eating" skin infection Buruli ulcer in the fight against neglected tropical diseases ...

Ulcers If there are ulcers in the mouth for a long time and are painful, then these can be signs of oral cancer. It can happen to people who smoke. Changes in the skin If there is some birthmark ...