CARING FOR STITCHES

If you are too much worried about your skin scrapes and wish to remove them as early as possible then follow some simple methods to get rid of skin scrapes. Special importance should be given in caring for stitches.

If you are using any bandage or steri-strips over any affected area then change them as directed by your physician. But it will be better to remove them everyday to get them recovered as earlier.

It becomes quite essential to change the bandages more often as per instructed by the doctors. Possibly the bandages will make the top of your stitches at the time you make your exit after your post-scar surgery. You can then go for the dressings on getting the advice from your physician. You also need to follow doctor's advice while caring for stitches.

Make sure that your sutures are being made exposed enough to air. It's vital to remove the bandages from the stitches on the very evening after the surgery getting over. Let the area to get fresh air to heal more quickly. In addition, it's good for your skin in enabling the region to dry somewhat.

The process of cleaning, disinfecting and protecting the area around the stitches should be made to continue for at least a week. It will lead in proper healing of the overall process. Caring for stitches will enable you to lead a healthy life.