Wound Maintenance

To heal properly and without complications, you will need to maintain your healing wound


-Replace Bandages once a day, and after showering/bathing

-Apply isopropyl alcohol (rubbing alcohol) or topical antibiotics. Do not use hydrogen peroxide. To apply, put 70% isopropyl alcohol in a new and clean spray bottle, and apply several squirts (about 2-4)

-Make sure to get enough Vitamin C

-If your wound gets infected, see a doctor


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