Wound Care: A Step-by-Step Plan
Whether it's a graze or a cut, proper care is essential for fast healing without scars or infections.
The three steps of care
Always follow this schedule:
- 1. Cleaning: Rinse the wound abundantly with lukewarm running water or physiological saline solution to remove dirt.
- 2. Disinfecting: Use a colorless disinfectant. This allows you to recognize a starting infection more quickly.
- 3. Protecting: A wound heals best in a moist environment. Use a plaster that does not stick to the wound.
Personal Advice
Do you have questions about this topic? Feel free to visit the pharmacy for a discreet conversation and advice on the best dressings for your wound.
When to see a doctor?
Contact a doctor for wounds that keep bleeding, dirty wounds with an expired tetanus vaccination, or signs of infection (redness, warmth, pus).