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… Overview Puncture wounds are less likely than cuts to be … or ligament. Related Information Cuts: When Stitches Are Needed Fish Hook Injuries Puncture …
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… the longer the wound remains open. Most wounds that require closure should be stitched, … with skin adhesives (also called liquid stitches) within 6 to 8 hours after the injury. … and less than 19 mm (0.75 in.) long. Most puncture wounds. The wounds tend to be smaller, …
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… or both. The decision to close a wound with stitches, staples, or skin adhesive depends on: … the longer the wound remains untreated. Most wounds that require treatment should be … are not stitched. Cat bites are usually puncture wounds and can be quite deep. Cat …
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… and Human Bites Animal and Human Bites: When Stitches Are Needed Anthrax Artificial Nails: … Suppurativa High-Pressure Injection Wounds Home Remedies for Bites and Stings Home … Sun Psoriasis Psoriatic Arthritis Pubic Lice Puncture Wounds Puncture Wounds: Stitches, …
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… Check Your Symptoms Overview Cuts are open wounds through the skin. Normally the skin is … tenderness around a cut, bite, scrape, or puncture wound is normal. Swelling or bruising … that gape open? Wounds like this often need stitches. If you need stitches, it's best to …
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… Removes All Layers of Skin Cuts Cuts: When Stitches Are Needed Dealing With Emergencies … During a Seizure High-Pressure Injection Wounds Hip Injuries, Age 11 and Younger Hip … Problems After Delivery of Your Baby Puncture Wounds Puncture Wounds: Stitches, …
