Do band aids actually help you recover from cuts?!


Question: Do band aids actually help you recover from cuts.?
Answers:
probably but not necessarily. The main purpose of the band aid is to protect the wound from being hurt some more and also to keep the wound clean. Both of those aid in recovery. You should put some antiseptic on the wound first and/or use medicated band aids. If the wound is large or deep have some one apply a dressing (nurse or parent) large wounds will heal faster if a hydrocortisone dressing or some other topical salve is applied.Health Question & Answer

My experience has been let it air dry unless it's dripping. It seems to heal quicker. A covering just seems to keep moisture in. If I cut myself and it's bleeding I make a quick one out of a paper towel and scotch tape until it it quits, then take it off and let it air dry. I can't wait for the thumbs down on this technique, you are going to get a mersa etc.Health Question & Answer

You should keep them on during the day while you are touching things to keep infection out. During the night take it off and let it breathe. also, you want the cut dry out.Health Question & Answer

If you mean heal by recover, then yes. The baind-aid will keep bacteria and any other thing from getting into the cut, which will help it heal quicker.Health Question & Answer

Yes. They serve to keep the wound clean, and also to keep the area from drying out. This helps speed healing and reduces scarring.Health Question & Answer



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