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A member asked:
When u have stitches in your lip is it ok to put an ice pack on it to help with the swelling? it's been 3 days now
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Unlikely to help: You cool tissue in the first 24-48 hrs after injury to diminish swelling. Any cold after that point just reduces blood flow & decreases healing speed. I would leave the area alone.
Answered 2/6/2020
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