Infected Wounds
What Are Infected Wounds?
An infected wound occurs when bacteria enter the wound site, slowing or stopping healing. These wounds require urgent attention to prevent serious complications.
In facilities, infection control is critical. One untreated wound can lead to outbreaks, survey issues and liability risks. At home, infected wounds often worsen quickly due to lack of professional monitoring.
Why Treatment Matters
Untreated infections can cause:
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Sepsis (life-threatening condition)
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Increased hospital admissions
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Delayed wound healing
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Pain and loss of mobility
Signs & Descriptions of Infected Wounds
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Red, swollen or warm wounds
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Wounds with pus or foul odor
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Persistent pain or increased tenderness
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Fever or chills with wound symptoms
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Wounds that suddenly worsen
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Slow-healing wounds with new drainage
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Wounds that appear inflamed or spreading
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Wounds with discolored tissue
How We Help
At Agape Life Multicultural Services (ALMS), we provide advanced care for infected wounds directly in facilities and homes, helping to stop infections early and promote safe, effective healing.
For facilities, we provide:
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Regular wound care rounds for residents with suspected or confirmed infections
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Use of advanced dressings and infection-control therapies
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Detailed documentation to support compliance and survey readiness
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Staff education on infection prevention and wound management
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Collaboration with physicians and infection control teams for rapid response
For in-home patients, we deliver:
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Tailored wound care plans focused on infection control and healing
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Ongoing monitoring to detect and manage complications early
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Education for family caregivers on daily wound hygiene and red-flag signs
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At-home treatments that help avoid unnecessary ER visits or hospital stays
With ALMS, facilities strengthen their infection prevention protocols and families gain peace of mind knowing expert wound care is delivered safely at home.