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Asked for male, 19 years old from Bangalore
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The stitches on the inside will dissolve in about 2 to 3 weeks. Any stitches or staples used on the outside need to be removed in about 7 to 14 days, depending on the location. It is normal to have some clear or bloody discharge on the wound covering or bandage (dressing) for the first few days after surgery.
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The stitches on the inside will dissolve in about 2 to 3 weeks. Any stitches or staples used on the outside need to be removed in about 7 to 14 days, depending on the location. It is normal to have some clear or bloody discharge on the wound covering or bandage (dressing) for the first few days after surgery.
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The bacteria that cause necrotizing soft tissue infections are usually introduced when a small cut or scrape becomes contaminated with soil or saliva so anyone can be infected. Those at greater risk are those with an open wound, even a small cut, especially if it has been in contact with dirt or bacteria in the mouth.
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The bacteria that cause necrotizing soft tissue infections are usually introduced when a small cut or scrape becomes contaminated with soil or saliva so anyone can be infected. Those at greater risk are those with an open wound, even a small cut, especially if it has been in contact with dirt or bacteria in the mouth.
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Asked for male, 42 years old from Amritsar
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Asked for male, 29 years old from Kolkata
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If your smashed finger causes extreme pain or involves more than just the fingertip. You should also seek medical help if: you can't straighten your finger. The finger is noticeable bent or crooked.
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If your smashed finger causes extreme pain or involves more than just the fingertip. You should also seek medical help if: you can't straighten your finger. The finger is noticeable bent or crooked.
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Asked for male, 56 years old from Mumbai
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Gently wash the area with mild soap and water to keep out germs and remove debris. To help the injured skin heal, use petroleum jelly to keep the wound moist. Petroleum jelly prevents the wound from drying out and forming a scab; wounds with scabs take longer to heal.
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Gently wash the area with mild soap and water to keep out germs and remove debris. To help the injured skin heal, use petroleum jelly to keep the wound moist. Petroleum jelly prevents the wound from drying out and forming a scab; wounds with scabs take longer to heal.
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Asked for female, 13 years old from Aligarh
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If the earrings are on too tightly, not allowing room for the wound to breathe and heal, an infection can develop. A piercing can also get infected if there's too much handling of the piercing or the post of the earring is rough.
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If the earrings are on too tightly, not allowing room for the wound to breathe and heal, an infection can develop. A piercing can also get infected if there's too much handling of the piercing or the post of the earring is rough.
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Asked for male, 53 years old from Kannur
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