An equally important and often overlooked step in wound care is the prevention and treatment of scar formation. The application of anti-scarring is usually applied when the wound is on young skin.
1. How to prevent wound scarring?
First and foremost, clean the wound when an injury occurs. Clean water is enough to clean the wound. Accordingly, should avoid using disinfectants that cause tissue damage, toxic to the skin such as hydrogen peroxide or alcohol. Some people put hydrogen peroxide aka hydrogen peroxide on their wounds, which really shouldn't be.
Second, seek medical attention quickly. Using sutures to close larger wounds can reduce the risk of scarring. Treatment with oral antibiotics will be indicated if the doctor thinks the wound is infected or prone to infection.
2. Wounds on young skin, what medicine to apply?
For skin sores, you should use ulcer medications to help the wound heal. Multidex topical has been shown to be effective in speeding up wound healing. Multidex powder/gel has the following ingredients: Ascorbic Acid, Maltodextrin NF1, sterile powder, ... Maltodextrin can form a film, firmly adhere to the subcutaneous granulation tissue layer, preventing the evaporation of water into the environment and creating goods. barrier against the entry of pathogens. Additionally, Maltodextrin hydrolyzes to glucose, providing a local source of nutrients and promoting natural healing. Ascorbic acid is an adjuvant that increases the healing effect (thanks to its role in promoting collagen synthesis, antioxidant, preventing the formation of free radicals, improving the body's immunity).
Wound to young skin is the right time for you to use measures to prevent scarring from forming.
First, avoid products containing topical vitamin E. Vitamin E has long been considered a popular adjunct to topical creams to treat scars, however numerous studies have demonstrated that topical vitamin E is ineffective and can cause contact dermatitis. - irritation and itching at the scar, which can even make the scar worse.
You can apply Vaseline with sunscreen to young skin. Scar tissue is more susceptible to changes in shape from UV rays than normal skin tissue, so sunscreen is a must if you're concerned about the appearance of your scar. The nutrients in Vaseline will help protect the skin and keep the scar tissue hydrated.
It is not possible to completely remove scars without more advanced surgical techniques. But there are many topical anti-scarring products on the market that can help minimize the appearance of scars. However, there is currently a lack of high-quality studies to independently evaluate these topical creams, but generally products with some of the following active ingredients have received a lot of positive feedback:
- Allantoin
- Allicin
- Panthenol
In addition, when the wound is on young skin, you can use a silicon dioxide sheet to help soften and flatten the scar. These silicone sheets mimic the natural skin barrier to trap moisture on the skin's surface. Conversely, this hydration will reduce the itching associated with scarring.
More powerful treatment options in scar treatment include: dermabrasion, corticosteroid injections, laser treatment, cryotherapy, dermal fillers, or scar revision surgery. Consider consulting a dermatologist about these alternatives.
In a nutshell, scar formation is a natural process to replace damaged tissue. Scars can continue to fade over the years. When the wound is on young skin, you can apply Vaseline cream and sunscreen or a silicone pad to keep the callus hydrated and protected from UV rays. Avoid applying products with vitamin E to young skin – there is no evidence that it works and can cause local contact dermatitis. Consult your dermatologist for more advanced treatment options.