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How Long Does It Take For Cuts On The Face To Heal
It depends: If the skin edges are approximated (e.g. Sutures) it takes about a week. If left open to heal, can take longer depending on how wide the cut is. Once initial wound has covered in skin, takes about 6 months for the scars to mature. ...Read moreSee 1 more doctor answer
Clean the: wound with non perfumed soap and water, (No peroxide or betadine). re-approximate the edges as best you can, keep it moist but not wet with a topical antibiotic ointment and covered. See your doctor for any complications. ...Read moreSee 1 more doctor answer
Good question...: Depending on the area of the cut (such as the nose), there are fewer blood vessels present to deliver healing elements (such as fibroblasts) to the area. ...Read more
My toddler got scratched on the face 3 weeks ago by a cat, there deep cuts how long do the scars take to heal? They are still pink and i'm worrying
See Dr.: Should see physician.Sometimes significant infections can occur from cat scratches and need antibiotic treatment.Cat-scratch can present as tender, swollen lymph nodes near the site of bite or scratch or on the neck,and usually limited to one side.Condition referred to as regional lymphadenopathy and occurs1–3 week after inoculation.Common usually benign infectious disease by Bartonella bacteria ...Read moreSee 2 more doctor answers
How long does it take for an acne scab on the face to heal?, It's approximately the size of a five cent piece, maybe smaller.
IF,,,: you keep it clean, moist, covered and un-traumatized it should heal quickly (4-7 days). If you don't then it may not. ...Read more
It varies: To answer this you need to be more specific as to what kind of surgery you are asking about. In general, facial healing is fairly quick. Most bruising will be gone within 7-14 days. Most swelling goes away in a few weeks but will continue to improve for up to a year. Smoking and other health problems can delay healing. ...Read moreSee 2 more doctor answers
I snorkeled into a boat mid feb full speed face down and jammed my neck and was in pain for like 3weeks and then it went away it came back how long does it take to heal if taking care of?
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I am over weight and my legs are rubbing ,i had this problem since i was 14 i'm 30 now . is it normal to get cuts down there i have been getting them since 14and how long does it take to heal.
Common problem: Your being overweight is more than likely the cause of your problem. Consult with your family physician to prevent recurrent infection and a program to help you lose weight. Nothing will change unless you lose weight. ...Read more
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