Abstract:acral and gluteal ulcerations are commonly encountered in wound care practice. Typically, these ulcerations are attributable to pressure injuries, skin tears, and erosive moisture-associated skin dermatitis. Encountering multiple gluteal ulcerations is uncommon and can be puzzling when they occur in areas away from bony prominences or when moisture is absent. However, there is a subtype of sacral and gluteal ulcerations unrelated to the above: Anogenital herpes simplex virus (HSV) infection can also present as… Show more
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