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A member asked:
How can i encourage the healing of an open wound?
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Wound edge clean: All sorts of wounds?Best keep the edges clean and free of scab.Keep the area free of external detriments of healing, i'd recommend a bandage.
Answered 8/17/2012
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Superfast healing: The trick is to avoid things that slow down healing. Keep the wound covered and away from open air, avoid toxic substances like peroxide, alcohol, and betadine. Avoid anti-inflammation medicines like Motrin and advil (ibuprofen) as inflammation is important in healing. Protect the wound from stress and trauma. Dressing changes every other to every third day to allow your will and to do its thing.
Answered 6/30/2014
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