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Pressure Sores - Exams and Tests
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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March 15, 2007
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