Pressure Sores: Exams And Tests

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Pressure sores are usually diagnosed with a physical examination.

Tests to confirm a diagnosis may include a:

Skin and wound culture, to detect and identify organisms (bacteria or fungi) that may be infecting the skin or a wound.
Skin biopsy, if the cause of a skin problem is unknown or your health professional suspects skin cancer.

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Last updated:	March 15, 2007
Author:	Shannon Erstad, MBA/MPH
Reviewed By:	Martin Gabica, MD - Family Medicine, Margaret Doucette, DO - Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Wound Care, Hyperbaric Medicine
Editors:	Katy E. Magee, MA, Pat Truman, MATC

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