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… with skin adhesives (also called liquid stitches) within 6 to 8 hours after the injury. … 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 edges …
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… Check Your Symptoms Overview Cuts are open wounds through the skin. Normally … 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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… Check Your Symptoms Overview Mouth injuries are common, especially in children. They can … aid and dental care are needed right away when a permanent tooth has been knocked out. An … of tissue or a gaping wound that may need stitches. A smaller wound on the lip may be …
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… and follow the label's instructions when you apply the bandage. Be sure you have … if you need antibiotics, a tetanus shot, or stitches. Most wounds that need stitches should … until after a doctor checks the wound. Most cuts that need treatment should be stitched, …
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… most often in warm weather or warm climates, when the skin on the arms and legs is more … is. Scrapes are usually more painful than cuts. That's because scrapes tear a larger area … deep is the scrape ? A deep scrape may need stitches. If you need stitches, it's best to …
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… But a cut or puncture is likely to occur when a jaw or facial bone is broken. The bone … bleeding? If you think the wound may need stitches, it's best to get them within 8 hours … These include: Jagged wounds on the face. Cuts on the eyelids. Cuts to the lips, …
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… You can exercise, prop up your legs when resting, wear compression stockings, and … to treat varicose veins. Several tiny cuts are made in the skin. The veins are removed through these cuts. Stitches usually aren't needed. Surgery for …
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… Why is an episiotomy done? There are times when an episiotomy is needed. For example, it … childbirth. Most doctors no longer do these cuts routinely. If you need an episiotomy, your … usually closes the perineal tear with stitches. A small tear may be allowed to heal …
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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 Puncture …
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… will help you understand what your choices are so that you can talk to your doctor about … an artificial lens. Most people do not need stitches because the incision is so small. … eye problems, such as damage from diabetes. When a cataract isn't treated until after it …
