Question

What are 5 reasons for delayed healing; and describe clear and concisely in short essay/response format.

Answer 1

Healing is a self curing process of the body,that means our body itself heals the wound in normal condition. There are many factors which may delay healing, some of them are;

1) infection or abnormal bacteria presence:. Sometimes due to presence of infection or any bacteria, healing takes time.

2) Desiccation: Moist environment doesn't allow the wound to heal fast.

3) Age: Wounds in older patients may takes more time to get healed as compared to young people. This is because of the age factors, poor food intake,poor hydration, improper digestive system.

4) Vascular insufficiency: various arterial, diabetic, venous ulcers can affect the lower extremities. Decreased blood supply is common cause of delayed healing.

5) Trauma and edema: Wounds heals slowly and may not heal at all in the environment in which they are traumatized repeatedly.