How to get rid of a bedsore?

i got a bedsore from being bedridden for a few days, and its been really hot around here so it was quite humid, not to mention sweat from being under covers. anyways, it's on my lower back near my spine so how do i get rid of it without going to a doctor?

I am assuming that you are no longer bed-ridden. Keep the wound clean and dry. Wash it with soap and water, put an antibiotic ointment, and cover with a band aid or gauze pad. Try to sleep on your side, so you don't put more pressure on the area. If the wound gets bigger, or there are signs of infection, you will need to see a doc, but other wise it should heal okay.

Cool bath. then follow with freah aloe straight from the plant

you can use a massager that made for this purpose,you should let your back expose to air a few minutes.take care honey.

I have had several of them. First stay off of it. Don't lay on it and don't touch it. Put neosporin on it and let it air out. At night you can put gauze on it. Airing it out will dry it out which will scab it over.

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