Question 1

how to stop a self harm cut from bleeding?

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Self harm cut: It depends on where you have cut, and how deeply.  Superficial cuts will usually stop bleeding if you put pressure on them. If you've cut a blood vessel though, you might need surgical repair.  For any self-injury you also need to be careful of infection.  Psychologists can help you learn healthier ways to deal with pain than self-harm.

Question 2

self-harm and cut wrists. will she outgrow this?

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Don't count on it: Those are serious signs of a need for help.  Talk to her doctor about the best mental health professional to consult with.

Question 3

what to do if i self harm and i was wondering how long the razor cuts will take to heal and if they fade?

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Razor cuts: Depends on how deep the cuts are, their location, & if they get infected. Kindly get help for your self harm behaviors.

Question 4

i wrap my (self harm) cuts in gauze sponge & when i unwrap it the gauze sticks & reopens the cuts. any advice?

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Keep it clean: keep it clean and apply a generous amount of topical antibiotic that will prevent the gauze from sticking to the wound 
change the dressing often
keep the wound clean and dry

Question 5

how to heal self-harm cuts fast?

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Depends: If  superficial, cleaning it and putting on a bandaid or clean dressing usually is ok. If is deep, seeing a doctor, urgent care or hospital is a good idea. MOST IMPORTANT is seeing a mental health professional since this kind of behavior suggests some psychological issues that need to be treated. If someone is suicidal they need to be seen immediately. Call 911 or go to a hospital and get help.

Question 6

how come my self harm cuts itch day after?

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Here is your answer: Lovetoknow - why do wounds itch when they are healing ?
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If you've ever felt that irritating urge to scratch a cut...
If you are seeing a psychiatrist or have a family doctor i would recommend that you ask them about the possibility of using hydroxyzine. It is an antihistamine that decreases the urge to inflict self harm and also knocks out itching. It could cure two birds with one stone. Best wishes for a happy and healthy holiday season.

Question 7

how can someone most easily heal self harm cuts?

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Simple healing: The real question is what not to do that slows down healing. Avoid using alcohol, peroxide, hibiclens, betadine, and bleach solutions. Inflammation ( red, hot, swollen, tender) is important to healing  so anti-inflammatories (motrin, advil) are bad. Cover the area with a clean dressing changed every other day  and protected from trauma.  Antibiotics do not help healing unless it is truly infected.

Question 8

what does it mean when a self harm cut turns black?

Accepted Answer

Tissue may be dead: I would encourage you to get medical help. Dialectical Behavioral Therapy can be very beneficial for people who self - mutilate. Having your cuts checked would also be prudent.

Question 9

what are the ways to make new self harm cuts go away quickly?

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Dermatologist: You should consult a dermatologist.  There are some new preparations available that may improve the appearance of new healing scars.

Question 10

how do i know when a self harm cut is infected?

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Same as any cut: Redness, swelling, yellow discharge or pus. Depends on how clean knife or whatever you used to cut the risk of infection is same as any cut. Make sure you use some bacitracin or other antibiotic ointment   More important is the reason for cutting behavior. Therapy and/or medication may help

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