We can’t all be wrapped in cotton wool which means that cuts, scrapes and grazes do occur – no matter how careful we are. It’s unavoidable. Whether it’s a minor incident or the likes of ...

Get immediate medical attention for a wound that is deep, bleeds heavily ... every day or more often if it gets dirty. Antibiotic ointment can make infection less likely. Using a thin layer ...

Clean the area with warm water and gentle soap. Apply an antibiotic ointment to reduce the chance of infection. Put a sterile bandage on the area. In some people, antibiotic ointments may cause a ...

Although abrasions produce very little blood, it is important to sanitize the wound and remove any debris to prevent infection. A laceration is a deep opening ... It is always best for people ...

More serious, or deep wounds, will require medical attention. A person can treat a wound with several over-the-counter (OTC) antibacterial ointments, which can help prevent infections. They can ...

Wound care: When you are admitted to the burn unit, your wounds will get an initial cleaning, or debridement. You may need sedation and pain medication for this process. There are many types of ...

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