Glued wound – care instructions

• Keep the glued wound dry for 5 days
• Avoid touching, rubbing or scratching the wound during that time
• If the wound area is exposed to abrasion or dirt, you can protect the wound with a dermatitis or bandage.
• Avoid situations where the skin around the wound is exposed to stretching to prevent the wound from opening.
• The blue color of the adhesive will disappear in three weeks

What you should notice

• Follow for possible inflammatory symptoms such as increased pain, swelling, redness or bad secretion.
• If the wound opens or becomes inflamed, contact your nearest health care center.

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