Bedsores are not contagious, however they should be treated with caution if accompanied by pus or bacterial infection.

Are bedsores spreadable?

They are contagious, so if a person scratches or touches the sore without washing their hands, they may spread the virus that causes them to other areas of the body.

How long can you live with bed sores?

Patients can live for months or even years after developing a stage 4 bedsore. Factors such as proper medical care and preventing complications can help patients live longer. That said, roughly 60,000 people die each year due to bedsore-related complications.