periwoundhud
Periwoundhud is a term used in medical contexts to describe the area of skin immediately surrounding a wound. This surrounding skin is crucial for assessing the wound's healing process and identifying potential complications. The appearance of the periwound skin can provide valuable information to healthcare professionals.
Changes in the periwound area, such as redness, swelling, warmth, or increased pain, can indicate inflammation
The texture and integrity of the periwound skin are also important. Maceration, a softening and whitening of