Puncture Wound

Home Care Advice - Trimming
  • Cleansing
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  • Trimming
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  • Antibiotic Ointment
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  • Pain Medication
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  • Expected Course
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  • Call Your Doctor If
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    Trimming

    • Cut off any flaps of loose skin that seal the wound and interfere with drainage or removing debris. Use a fine scissors, after cleaning them with rubbing alcohol.

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