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Help! need to know if there's a gauze alternative to put in pilonidal open wound?
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Consult your doctor: There are a variety of wound care products each with specific indications and contraindications. There are various different types of wounds, each requiring a different type of approach for optimal healing. The type of product that one will need depends on the needs and type wound. Consult with your physician as to what would be best for you.
Answered 3/26/2014
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