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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. Normally the skin is … and tenderness around a cut, bite, scrape, or puncture wound is normal. Swelling or bruising … the right questions for you. Do you have a puncture wound? This is a wound caused by a …
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… Overview Puncture wounds are less likely than cuts to be … or have a skin adhesive applied because: Puncture wounds tend to be smaller than cuts and …
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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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… Overview Skin adhesives are clear gels that may be used … a small cut together. Your doctor may apply a skin adhesive instead of stitching your cut. A … your doctor's instruction on keeping the wound and skin adhesive dry. You can shower …
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… gallbladder . Surgery usually is needed when: Your gallbladder suddenly becomes inflamed or … Credits Current as of: March 22, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: E. Gregory … disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this …
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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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… as your "fertile window." This is when you are most likely to get pregnant. Do not use … day of your last menstrual period. To know how long your cycles are, track the number of days …
