Can an Antibiotic Ointment be used On the Wound?
Yes. A topical antibiotic might decrease the risk of infection and speed up the healing process. Whether this is due to the antibiotic itself or the protective barrier of the ointment is debatable. The ointment can be applied to a wound whenever dressings are changed- usually once or twice a day for the first two days. Should My Child be Prescribed an Oral Antibiotic? Oral antibiotics are not necessary for most wounds if they are cleaned and repaired properly. Certain wounds however do require antibiotics because the risk of infection is so high. For instance, wounds caused by animal bites and those contaminated by dirt and other organic matter usually require antibiotics. Will there be a Scar? Although some scars fade away after many years, all lacerations will cause at least a faint scar. The visibility of a scar is partly determined by the care provided immediately after the injury. Adequate wound cleaning in the emergency room within the first six hours is important, as this will d
