TT wound and hydrocolloid dressings?

August 3, 2014
Asked By:seanh012 in Austin, TX

I am 3 weeks post TT and have some spots on the incision that are weeping clear yellow-reddish fluid. My PS has me covering them with non-stick gauze 3 times a day. I tried out some of these hydrocolloid bandages and they are very convenient, they mold to you in a way that makes them imperceptible. Plus you supposedly only change them every 3 days. The theory being moisture accelerates the wound healing, but there appears to be dispute on this point. I'm curious what the consensus here is?

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August 5, 2014

Answer: Moist wounds do heal faster

August 5, 2014

Answer: Moist wounds do heal faster

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