Minor Wound Care
Cuts and Grazes
Most cuts and grazes are minor and can be easily treated at home.
Stopping the bleeding, cleaning the wound thoroughly and covering it with a plaster or dressing is usually all that's needed.
Minor wounds should start to heal within a few days.
Keep the dressing clean by changing it as often as necessary.
Use waterproof dressings to keep the wound dry while bathing and showering.
You can remove the dressing after a few days, once the wound has closed itself.
Signs to Watch Out For:
- Swelling
- Redding
- Heat at the site of the wound
- Increased pain at the site of the wound
- Puss or excessive blood
REMEMBER THIS IS GENERIC ADVICE E.R MEDICAL ALWAYS RECOMMEND YOU SEEK PROMPT MEDICAL TREATMENT SHOULD YOUR SYMPTOMS CHANGE, WORSEN OR YOU ARE IN ANY WAY CONCERNED.
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