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Had stab wound. staples removed. now it has stopped bleeding. wound looks closed. should i stop putting a dressing/gauze on it?
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Probably: At this stage, most healing has taken place and the wound strength is fine. You need a dressing only to absorb secretions if there are any, but if this is not happening, you can leave it uncovered.
Answered 11/28/2017
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