Is there a difference between a very severe diaper rash and a bedsore (other than the cause)?

My dad is 85, has Alzheimers and wears Depends. He has a severe rash caused by excessive moisture over a large section of his buttocks. The first layer of skin is gone, I think it's being treated with an anti-fungal bream and oral anti-biotics. I'm wondering if this is as dangerous as a bedsore, such as a stage 2 or 3 bedsore? I'd especially love to hear from a nurse or anyone in the medical field with experience with these conditions. Thanks!!!!

A diaper rash is usually fungal or possibly bacterial which is why he is being treated with an antifungal and antibiotics. The skin may break down but it shouldn't go any deeper than the outer skin layer. Bedsores (decubitus ulcers) are due to pressure and are common in the elderly and those who are bedbound. Pressure causes the skin to degrade and then eventually the subcutaneous tissue erodes and it may open all the way to the muscle and bone (I have seen this many times and it is quite horrible). Nursing staff should rotate the patient every few hours to prevent this. Special mattresses or cushions are also used. The ulcers are treated by removing the dead tissue and applying dressings.

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