Question 1

recently ive had a bad reaction to acne medication and my scabs have healed but im left with shiny pink skin. ive been covering both areas with petroleum jelly and gauze. now that i have new skin do i leave them uncovered and stop using petroleum?

Accepted Answer

: New skin growth needs moisture and protection to mature. Keep using the petroleum jelly to avoid long term scars, and keep covered to avoid scratching or other trauma that can disrupt the new skin.

Question 2

i got got 2 teeth removed 2 days ago and i was wondering what color should the area have, my gums have a light yellow color around the area , i followed every step post extraction took medication, applied pressure with gauze, applied ice outside etc.

Accepted Answer

Extractions: You did not mention any pain or swelling, and from what you described, you appear to be healing normally.

Question 3

after hernia op still having pain have tried different prescribed drugs nothing helps had u/s dr suggests it is fat pushed through gauze need help?

Accepted Answer

Review with MD: If fat or other tissue is trapped, the ch pieces are surgical correction or nerve blockade.  Because of your other medical problems, you need to review your options with   your primary physician

Question 4

i had a hemorrhoctomy and they left a gauze on my bottom how long can it stay there?

Accepted Answer

Few days.: It is either removed by the surgeon or will fall off by itself!

Question 5

i have a piece of gauze stuck on my open flesh wound, how to remove it safely without damaging my wound?

Accepted Answer

: The best way is to use sterile saline. Apply another sterile gauze soaked in sterile saline and allow the stuck gauze to become rehydrated. After 10 minutes or so, it should come away easily. Try using non stick gauze to cover your wound, or apply either sterile vaseline or Neosporin with regular gauze. This added moisture will encourage healing and minimize scarring.

Question 6

gauzes stuck on skin glue. how do i remove them safely?

Accepted Answer

Skin glue: Just head back to the office if whoever put the material in and just have then deal with it. I am sure they would be happy to take it off for you.

Question 7

had a dry socket. took out gauze with medicine on friday. how do i care for it now? still see some white pieces.

Accepted Answer

Instructions: Here are the official self management guidelines from Mayo clinic
http://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/dry-socket/manage/ptc-20305961
If having ongoing difficulties it would be worth contacting the dentist who undertook the procedure.

Question 8

my son fell and scraped his side, the neighbors put some gauze on it which is now being covered by a scab, is this harmful? the scab is getting really hard and the gauze is covered by the scab. he wont let me remove the gauze

Accepted Answer

It's : It's not necessarily harmful, just painful.  The big problem is trying to change the gauze since leaving a dirty, blood soaked gauze on the wound for days and days can lead to infection.  Put your son in the bath tub and let him soak the wound in warm water.  The water will soften the scab and make it easier and less painful to remove the gauze.  Afterwards, just clean the area with mild soap and water, apply an antibacterial ointment periodically and keep it covered for the next few days.  The best bandages to use are the ones that have a non-stick layer.  If the area becomes more painful, red or begins to drain, call your son's doctor.

Question 9

could a gauze roll be applied to a scraped injury?

Accepted Answer

Sticks!: Apply an non-stick dressing first, and keep it in place with a gauze roll. otherwise oozing from the abrasion will make the gauze stick.  Be sure your tetanus shot is up to date (if not, get it within 72 hours of injury).  Keep the area clean using saline or tap water (or very mild dilute soap if dirty).  Apply a light coat of Aquafor (per Dr. Dohan). Keep covered

Question 10

how to remove gauze from open wound?

Accepted Answer

If it is stuck down: You may need to soak it first.

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Recently ive had a bad reaction to acne medication and my scabs have healed but im left with shiny pink skin. ive been covering both areas with petroleum jelly and gauze. now that i have new skin do i leave them uncovered and stop using petroleum?

A member asked:

I got got 2 teeth removed 2 days ago and i was wondering what color should the area have, my gums have a light yellow color around the area , i followed every step post extraction took medication, applied pressure with gauze, applied ice outside etc.

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After hernia op still having pain have tried different prescribed drugs nothing helps had u/s dr suggests it is fat pushed through gauze need help?

A member asked:

I had a hemorrhoctomy and they left a gauze on my bottom how long can it stay there?

A member asked:

I have a piece of gauze stuck on my open flesh wound, how to remove it safely without damaging my wound?

A member asked:

Gauzes stuck on skin glue. how do i remove them safely?

A member asked:

Had a dry socket. took out gauze with medicine on friday. how do i care for it now? still see some white pieces.

A member asked:

My son fell and scraped his side, the neighbors put some gauze on it which is now being covered by a scab, is this harmful? the scab is getting really hard and the gauze is covered by the scab. he wont let me remove the gauze

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Could a gauze roll be applied to a scraped injury?

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How to remove gauze from open wound?

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