Poorly Healing Skin Wounds

Poorly healing skin wounds refer to wounds that take longer than normal to heal or fail to heal completely. This condition can be caused by a variety of factors, such as underlying health conditions, poor nutrition, certain medications, and infections. Poorly healing wounds can be acute, such as surgical wounds or injuries, or chronic, such as pressure ulcers or diabetic foot ulcers. Symptoms of poorly healing skin wounds may include pain, swelling, redness, and the formation of pus or drainage. Treatment options for poorly healing skin wounds may include wound dressings, antibiotics, surgery, or hyperbaric oxygen therapy. Prevention of poorly healing skin wounds can be achieved by maintaining good skin hygiene, avoiding prolonged periods of pressure or friction, and managing underlying health conditions, such as diabetes or autoimmune disorders. Prompt treatment of any underlying infections or other conditions that may contribute to poor wound healing is also important in preventing complications. Other treatments can include light therapy.