How big of a wound will require stitches?

This is a question that many people often ask when they encounter wounds in their daily lives. In life, we will inevitably encounter some dangerous things, which may cause various wounds. Some wounds may be just minor scratches on the surface of the skin, while others may be deep cuts, and some may even bleed profusely.

What wounds are suitable for suturing?

1. Location: If a wound cannot close by itself in a natural state, or even if it can close, the wound gap is too large. In this case, activities may cause the wound to open and close repeatedly, which is not conducive to wound healing, so it may Stitches are needed to provide a good environment for healing.

2. Larger wounds: Wounds larger than about five millimeters to about one centimeter may require suturing because they are difficult to close on their own. In addition, for wounds close to joints, although the wound itself may not be large, the movement of the joints and the thickness of the skin in this area may make wound healing difficult.

Which wounds can be closed with tension-reducing dressings?

However, for some relatively small wounds, tension-reducing dressings can be used instead of sutures, which can also help healing. It is particularly important to keep the wound clean and dry. If the wound dressing is found to be wet, it should be changed in time. At the same time, regular visits to the hospital to change the dressing are also important measures to prevent infection.

Wound treatment, whether you choose stitches or prevent infection, needs to be decided based on the specific conditions of the wound and the doctor's advice. Proper treatment and care can not only accelerate wound healing but also effectively reduce infection and scar formation, providing the best environment for wound recovery.

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Editor: kiki Jia