Question 1

i have a cut that has a scab, will moisturising it help it heal quick and well? can i use any moisturiser that i normally use?

Accepted Answer

Vaseline!: In my opinion, gently removing the scab with Vaseline over a few days and then keeping it moist with more Vaseline and a bandaid while it heals without a scab works best to leave as little scar as possible.  Watch for signs of infection (advancing redness around the wound or increasing pain) and good luck!

Question 2

have  a  scab  up my  nose wont heal   like a   cut   for a long time  ?

Accepted Answer

ENT: you need nasal endoscopy- you may have an abscess, fissure, infection or nasal setum perforation. Only use nasal saline until seen by a specialist.

Question 3

do plaques  and calcium in the arteries come and go like a scab  from a cut.or another words heal in time ?

Accepted Answer

No: Plaque and calcium build-up in arteries is generally permanent - however, healthy habits can prevent progression of the disease.

Question 4

other than a spider bite, what leaves deep, tender, hard to heal, tough scab, that takes weeks/months to heal?

Accepted Answer

Non healing ulcer: Non healing ulcer may be from certain specific skin conditions, underlying diabetes, poor circulation and underlying skin cancer and many more.  These are some common things to think of first in the differential.

Question 5

how is an open cut with dry blood under the skin supposed to heal? will it scab? what am i supposed to do to help it heal?

Accepted Answer

Inflammation&amp;repair: The body has significant healing powers and a complex process to heal your injury is already in progress. The wound will shrink and ultimately form a scab which will then gradually shrink then fall off. Keep the wound clean and dry for 24 hours, then leave it open to air. Your body will do the rest. thanks for trusting HealthTap!

Question 6

how do i get rid of the scabs on my scalp i mean all over it is a lot. it can't heal because of the scabs, and im a male with long hair so it makes it even harder. all of what to do as of now my 2 options are get a buzzcut and clean it off painfully?

Accepted Answer

: Proper treatment would require an evaluation for the cause. This can be bacterial or fungal infection, skin conditions  or a rare form of skin cancer. After an exam and some tests a treatment plan could be made. This may or may not involve removal of existing hair.

Question 7

under my nipple (sulcas) is a split from where my bf bit too hard. its a little sore and there seems to be some scabbing around it. will it heal?

Accepted Answer

Yes.: The location of the wound is a little special, but it will heal with time.  Keep a band aid over it to prevent irrtation.

Question 8

minor cuts and bites on my lower legs dont heal, thighs barely heal. i still pick off scabs from five years ago from shaving cuts. then they bleed.

Accepted Answer

You should be: checked for occult metabolic disorder such as diabetes or Cushing's disease or nutritional deficiency  Lots of causes of poor wound healing, so you should consult with your doctor.

Question 9

i have a surface wound under my breast. i recently had a breast enlargement. the cut has bound but this wound is not scabbing to heal. what can i do?

Accepted Answer

Return to Surgeon: Since you recently had surgery, you should return to the surgeon who did your surgery to evaluate and treat the wound.

Question 10

cut my private area while shaving, how long should i give my razer scab to heal? it's been a week and it's the same still. using mupirocin for 2 days.

Accepted Answer

May need more time: May need 3-4 weeks
Continue ointment 4 times a day

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I have a cut that has a scab, will moisturising it help it heal quick and well? can i use any moisturiser that i normally use?

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Have a scab up my nose wont heal like a cut for a long time ?

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Do plaques and calcium in the arteries come and go like a scab from a cut.or another words heal in time ?

A member asked:

Other than a spider bite, what leaves deep, tender, hard to heal, tough scab, that takes weeks/months to heal?

A member asked:

How is an open cut with dry blood under the skin supposed to heal? will it scab? what am i supposed to do to help it heal?

A member asked:

How do i get rid of the scabs on my scalp i mean all over it is a lot. it can't heal because of the scabs, and im a male with long hair so it makes it even harder. all of what to do as of now my 2 options are get a buzzcut and clean it off painfully?

A member asked:

Under my nipple (sulcas) is a split from where my bf bit too hard. its a little sore and there seems to be some scabbing around it. will it heal?

A member asked:

Minor cuts and bites on my lower legs dont heal, thighs barely heal. i still pick off scabs from five years ago from shaving cuts. then they bleed.

A member asked:

I have a surface wound under my breast. i recently had a breast enlargement. the cut has bound but this wound is not scabbing to heal. what can i do?

A member asked:

Cut my private area while shaving, how long should i give my razer scab to heal? it's been a week and it's the same still. using mupirocin for 2 days.

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