A bedsore is skin and tissue that has died because it has not received sufficient oxygen from the body. Since blood carries oxygen to all parts of our body, a bedsore is developed when the blood vessels that feed the skin are compressed or damaged in some manner. The compression or damage prevents the blood from reaching the skin and the skin cells begin to die. If the blood supply continues to be damaged or compromised, more tissue will die. Eventually, the blood supply compromise can infect the underlying tissue, bones and joints.

Bedsores are also known as pressure sores or ulcers; they begin as sensitive, red patches of skin that eventually become sores or ulcers. Bedsores develop on weight-bearing parts of the body, bedsores are common in the lower back, buttocks and on other boney protrusions that routinely come in contact with a patient’s bed.

People who suffer from bedsores are usually deficient in a number of nutrients, especially zinc and vitamins A, E, a balanced diet of which 70 percent is raw fruits and vegetables. Drink liquids (steam-distilled water, herbal teas, sugar-free Juices) around the clock to keep the colon clean. Eliminate animal fats, junk food, processed foods, fried food, and sugar. Get your fiber from oat bran or ground flaxseeds. Fiber prevents constipation and absorbs dangerous toxins.

Signs and Symptoms of Bedsores

• In early stage: red and sensitive skin area.
• In later stages: Open, ulcerated sores that don’t seem to heal

Treatment of Bedsores

1. Conventional Treatment: For bedsores to heal quickly, you must keep. Weight off of them. Place cushioning at pressure points to help distribute body weight more evenly, thus keeping pressure from building in one spot. Air mattresses, foam pads and specially-designed pads for heels and elbows are available from medical supply stores. Clean ulcerated areas twice daily with an anti-microbial cleanser to keep sores germ-free and speed healing.

2. Supplemental Treatment: vitamins and minerals are very important parts of healing bedsores.

• Vitamin E (400 IU)-improves circulation
• Zinc (30 mg, not to exceed a total of 100 mg from all supplements)-heals tissues.
• Copper (3 mg)-balances zinc.
• Amino acid complex supplies protein needed for healing of bedsores.
• Mixed carotenoid formula (15,000 IU)-improves skin tissue, vitamin B complex (100 mg twice daily with meals)-reduces stress and aids in healing.
• Vitamin B12 (2000 mcg twice daily).
• Vitamin C (3000 to 10,000 mg in divided doses)-aids in healing, improves circulation, and enhances immune function.
• Vitamin D (400 to 1000 IU)-essential for healing.
• colloidal silver (apply topically as directed on label)-a natural antibiotic that destroys viruses, fungi, and bacteria; promotes healing.
• Garlic (as directed on label)-a natural antibiotics.
• Tickelp (500 to 1000 mg daily)-provides a balance of minerals vitamin A (25,000 IU for 1 month, then reduce to 5,000 IU; do not exceed 8000 IU daily if you are pregnant)-heals skin tissue

For an acute bedsores condition, take supplements until the problems go away, if bedsores persist, seeking the advice of your health care provider. For a chronic condition, consult your health care provider regarding the duration of treatment.)

3. Aromatherapy: To clean sores and promote healing, dab a solution of 4 drops of tea tree oil and 1 cup of water over the affected area.

4. Herbal Therapy: Herbal therapists recommend external application of the following therapeutic herbs, under appropriate supervision: echinacea, goldenseal, myrrh gum, pau d’arco, slippery elm. Herbal products are available in most of health food stores and in some pharmacies and supermarkets. Just follow package for correct directions.

5. Homeopathy

• Help heal bedsores, apply Calendula ointment to the affected skin.
• Aloe Vera is very effective against sores. It is applied topically in ointment, gel or cream form.