Wound Care

Wound Care Q&A

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What is wound care?

Wound care is the treatment necessary to assist your body in its natural healing process. Most wounds begin to heal almost immediately and remain on a steady path of improvement until the area completely heals.

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In some cases, however, wounds can’t properly heal on their own. In those instances, professional wound care can prevent the situation from escalating into something even more serious.

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People with diabetes should be particularly careful about how they care for wounds. Diabetes robs your body of healthy circulation, which is a primary element of successful healing. People with diabetes often develop neuropathy, which can alter the way you perceive pain signals. These two changes can combine to create a very dangerous set of circumstances. 

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What kinds of wound care services are available?

At Advance Healthcare Associates, you have access to top quality wound care. Some of the services you can receive include:

• Diabetic wound care

• Suture removal

• Repair of minor lacerations

• Postoperative wound care

• Staple removal

• Burn care

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Treatment focuses on avoiding infection, which is why your provider might place you on a course of antibiotics to help prevent the condition from spreading. 

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If you have a significant volume of damaged tissue in or around the wound, that tissue often needs to be removed. Proper wound care can reduce the risk of infection, significant scarring, and delayed healing.

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When should I come in for professional wound care?

If you experience a wound that doesn’t seem to be healing properly, schedule a visit at Advance Healthcare Associates. It’s important to listen to the messages your body sends and to take action when you can tell that something just isn’t right. Some additional signs that you might need to book a visit include:

• Pain that increases over time

• Numbness near the wound

• Developing a foul odor near the wound

• Significant swelling in the area

• Changes in the color of the surrounding skin

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If you’re concerned about these changes or have questions about how well a wound is healing without medical intervention, call today to schedule a one-on-one exam. Online booking is also an option and is fast and easy using the online scheduling page.