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… with skin adhesives (also called liquid stitches) within 6 to 8 hours after the … an increased risk of infection, such as dirty cuts or crush injuries, are usually closed … over a joint, especially if the wound opens when the joint is moved or if pulling the …
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… or both. The decision to close a wound with stitches, staples, or skin adhesive depends … if the wound is large. In general, cat bites are not stitched. Cat bites are usually … over a joint, especially if the bite opens when the joint is moved or if pulling apart …
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… Check Your Symptoms Overview Cuts are open wounds through the skin. … household items, work items, or yard tools or when operating machinery. Children often are … that gape open? Wounds like this often need stitches. If you need stitches, it's best to …
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… Overview Puncture wounds are less likely than cuts to be stitched, stapled, or have a skin … and usually do not heal better or scar less when stitched. Puncture wounds tend to be … or ligament. Related Information Cuts: When Stitches Are Needed Fish Hook Injuries …
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… will need care and observation. After the stitches or staples are put in, the area may … wet or very dirty. Your doctor will tell you when to have your stitches or staples removed. … Related Information Animal and Human Bites Cuts Incision Care After Surgery Credits …
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… Surgery for Crohn's disease usually is needed if ongoing symptoms do not respond to … other serious problems. Surgery may be needed when you have: Bowel blockage (obstruction). … Abscesses or tears (fissures) in the anal area or when abnormal connections (fistulas) …
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… Related Information Animal and Human Bites Cuts Cuts: When Stitches Are Needed Puncture Wounds Credits …
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… remove the gallbladder . Surgery usually is needed when: Your gallbladder suddenly becomes … usually larger than 1 cm (0.4 in.) , that are causing symptoms. Gallstones cause …
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… and community as soon as possible. For the caregiver Sometimes people who have schizophrenia are too sick to seek treatment on their own. If the symptoms are severe, you may have to force the person …
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… also known as your "fertile window." This is when you are most likely to get pregnant. Do not use … It includes: The day you ovulate . This is when you have the best chance of becoming …
