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What contributions did Lister do?
Lister Helped by using began to clean wounds and dress them using a solution of carbolic acid and antiseptic techniques to help patients survive from many undergoing major surgery.
What are the proper first aid measures to take when using hydrogen peroxide?
When using hydrogen peroxide for first aid, apply it to clean wounds to help prevent infection. Avoid using it on deep wounds or for long periods, as it can slow down healing. If irritation occurs, stop using it and seek medical advice.
What are the benefits of using injury spray for treating wounds and injuries?
Injury sprays can help clean wounds, reduce pain, prevent infection, and promote faster healing. They are convenient to use and can provide a protective barrier over the wound.
What is the purpose of using table salt on wounds?
Table salt is sometimes used on wounds to help clean and disinfect the area. It creates a saline solution that can help prevent infection and promote healing. However, it can also be harsh on the skin and cause pain, so it's important to consult with a healthcare professional before using salt on wounds.
When to use savlon and when not to?
Savlon can be used to clean and disinfect minor wounds, cuts, and grazes to prevent infection. It should not be used on deep wounds, puncture wounds, or burns without medical advice. Avoid using it on large areas of broken skin or if you are allergic to its ingredients.
How did Joesph Lister improve the survival rate of his patients?
Lister did not "invent" carbolic acid, but simply showed that using it prior to and during surgery could greatly reduce the rate of infection. Although he was far from the first to advocate antiseptic cleaning of wounds, Lister's work made its use go from the periphery of medicine to the forefront.
Is it okay if your dog licks your wounds?
I think this is an opportunity for some education in basic hygiene: Letting a dog lick your wounds? Now just WHERE has that tongue been? Think about it: dog goes to the toilet and then later dog washes itself using its tongue to clean its genitals.
Can male urine be used to prevent infections in wounds on themselves?
Apparently that method has been used during wars, when there was nothing else around to use. But it is far from the recommended thing to do when you have other things that can help! Try Neosporin or hydrogen peroxide. MUCH better than urine!
Method of using super glue to close open wounds?
Clean the edges of wound with alcohol, press the edges of wound together and apply drops of super glue over the edges.
Can you clean your navel piercing with regular salt from your kitchen and warm water?
Yes. Using salt water is a great way to clean surface piercings and is all natural. It's also great for cleaning other wounds, infections, etc.
What is acne bacillus?
Acne Bacillus causes pimples and acne. It is found in blood, wounds, intestines, pimples, and the pus in pimples when you squeeze them. You can prevent by using acne creams that clean the bacteria from your face.
When were antibacterial properties first discovered?
Lister began to clean wounds and dress them using a solution of carbolic acid. In 1867 he announced that his wards at the Glasgow Royal Infirmary had remained clear of sepsis for nine months. Lister was the first to develop antiseptics into operations and was eventually followed by the rest of the medical profession.
