Zhenli Kwan, Winn Hui Han, Shin Shen Yong, Nik Aimee Azizah Faheem, Rebecca Kai Jan Choong, Sheriza Izwa Zainuddin, Chee Loong Lam, Maw Pin Tan, David Paul Capelle
Skin disorders among individuals receiving palliative care may be associated with the primary condition or underlying comorbidities and patients may experience pruritus, discomfort or pain. Common conditions include xerosis, pressure ulcers, intertrigo, superficial fungal infections, telogen effluvium, pruritus, herpes zoster, eczematous disorders and edema. During end-of-life care, there is reduced skin perfusion and metabolism hence leading to susceptibility to infection, pressure and injury. Other factors affecting the skin include limited mobility, nutritional deficits and immunosuppression...
August 25, 2023: American Journal of Hospice & Palliative Care