GRAM-NEGATIVE INFECTION
This type of infection may occur in moist wounds such as leg ulcers treated with occlusive bandages or dressings. Pseudomonas aeruginosa is the most frequent contaminant of such wounds. Astringent solutions such as acetic acid 1-2% will often dry the skin sufficiently to discourage the growth of Gram-negative organisms. Potassium permanganate 0.01% can be used as an alternative for bathing the limb or may be appl