Surgical wound conditions
Treat surgical wounds in 3 steps
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1. CLEANSE
If recommended by your doctor, you can keep your post-op surgical wound clean by spraying the entire wound with Hansaplast Wound Spray to protect from infections. -
2. PROTECT
Protect your post-operative wound from dirt and bacteria to enable an undisturbed healing. After gently drying the skin, use the Hansaplast Sensitive Sterile XXL plasters to cover larger wounds. To protect your wound from water, use the Hansaplast Aqua Protect Sterile XL or XXL plasters. Learn more about how to best protect larger wounds here. -
3. HEAL
To promote fast healing and reduce the risk of scarring, apply a thin layer of Hansaplast Wound Healing Ointment in alignment with your doctor once or twice a day. Continue until your post-operative wound has healed completely.
How long is the healing process?
Surgical wound infection
Surgical wounds and scars
Scarring can occur at the end of the healing process of injuries that affect the epidermis and underlying dermis because the organism is not able to replace the destroyed, highly specialised tissue in the same way. Instead, the tissue is repaired by large amounts of newly produced collagen. To help reduce scarring, follow these simple tips:
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Help to prevent infections by keeping the wound clean.
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Protect the wound from external influences by covering it with a plaster or dressing.
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Follow the principles of moist wound healing as this is known to reduce the risk of scarring.
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Avoid solarium/sun, as it may change the structure and color of fresh scars.
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Do not expose your wound to extreme temperatures such as sauna sessions, as that might disturb the healing process.
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Wear loose-fitting clothes to prevent irritation and further injuring.
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Avoid tension from exercising or other moving activities.
Your doctor will advise you on how to treat your surgical wound depending on your situation.
Always see a doctor if the wound is deep, bleeds heavily or shows signs of infection like reddening, swelling or warmth. Please note that, although they were compiled with great care, the tips and advice given on this website by no means substitute medical advice and treatment. If you have or suspect a health problem, consult a doctor and follow medical advice, regardless of what you have learned on this website. Always read carefully and follow the instructions for use or the leaflets of our products.
For further information, please contact us via email at Hansaplast@Beiersdorf.com