THERE was sadness in the disability community last week when news broke out of the death of a disabled girl in Rawang, Selangor. She was only 14. She had pressure sores which may have led to septic shock and eventual death.
Pressure or bed sores can occur when a disabled person is sleeping on the bed or sitting in one position for a prolonged period of time. Constant pressure on one spot reduces blood supply to the area. Over time, it can cause the skin to break down and form an ulcer which can take a long time to heal. If left untreated or not properly cared for, bed sores can develop into a nasty infection which can prove fatal.
