As an example, a patient has a serious wound that is infected and is not getting better with antibiotics and wound care. The wound is getting larger, the patient is getting sicker, and without better ...

Scientists are still investigating why a wound itches but it's believed that as the skin heals, it stimulates nerve cells at the site. The itching is common and may be due to an inflammatory response ...

First wash off the foot, hand or other punctured skin with soap and water. Then soak the puncture wound in warm soapy water for 15 minutes. For any dirt or debris, gently scrub the wound surface back ...