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Source: Fish DN. Skin and soft-tissue infections. In: DiPiro JT, Talbert RL, Yee GC, Matzke GR, Wells BG, Posey LM, eds. Pharmacotherapy: A Pathophysiologic Approach. 10th ed. New York, NY: McGraw-Hill; 2017. http://accesspharmacy.mhmedical.com/content.aspx?bookid=1861§ionid=146071658. Accessed May 16, 2017.
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CONDITION/DISORDER SYNONYMS
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Decubitus ulcer.
Bed sore.
Pressure sore.
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Most common among:
Chronically debilitated.
Elderly.
Spinal cord injury.
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CLINICAL PRESENTATION
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Comorbid conditions may mask typical signs and symptoms of infection.
Clinical signs of infection in surrounding tissue:
Redness.
Heat.
Pain.
Swelling.
Signs of infection may be present.
Purulent discharge.
Foul odor.
Fever.
Leukocytosis.
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