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What is the value of using betadine solution in cleaning wounds?
betadine is the trade name for Povidine-iodine. It works as an antiseptic and kills not only bacteria but healing cells within the wound. It is used in wound care primarily to maintain dry ulcers that are not expected to heal or for which moist wound healing is contraindicated (eg arterial ulcers). In cases where healing the wound is secondary to killing the bacteria, then Povidone-iodine can be used temporarily. In these cases, the critical level of bacteria is preventing wound healing anyways. Povidone-iodine will only kill superficial bacteria: it does not penetrate into the tissues. It should not be used on those who have iodine allergies, seafood allergies or certain thyroid diseases.
What does salt do to wounds?
Dries out the wound allowing the body to work more efficiently in healing the wound. Hurts like hell though.
How does betadine work?
Betadine is an antiseptic that is used when creating a sterile field. Betadine works by cleaning the skin before a procedure is performed.
How does caffeine prevent wound healing?
Yes, by blocking adenosine receptors (adenosine stimulates wound healing).
What do you get when a wound is healing?
A scar
You get this when a wound is healing?
A scab!
What is best for wound healing?
time
What is debridment of a non-healing wound?
Removal of dead tissue from the wound bed
What does it mean if a boy asks you how is your wound now?
It means he is asking if the wound is healing.
What is the significance of the epidermal layer being avascular regarding wound healing?
what is the significance of the epidermal layer being avasculer regardin wound healing
Can you use betadine on an animal wound?
A 5% betadine solution is best for dogs and cats. Mainly use for aseptically cleaning of wounds and surgical suture (after spaying and neutering). Watch for excessive discharge on the wound site, if this happens. Flush it with saline solution and the betadine to dry it. Minimize the use of betadine to once every other day and watch for allergic reaction. If your dogs or cats are allergic to seafood, DO NOT USE it. Consult a nearest DVM if symptoms persist. Be kind to animals. Yours truly, Jon D. DVM.
What do you get when your wound is healing?
either a scar or a scab...
