Medically reviewed by Brendan Camp, MD Slow wound healing is a process in which a wound, whether large or small, heals significantly slower than what is typical. While wounds go through several ...

Over-the-counter healing ointment was safe and effective for treating dry, itchy skin and surgical wounds from dermatologic procedures, according to a study. “Dry skin — leading to a ...

Taking care of a wound properly is essential to prevent infection and support faster healing. The first step is to wash your hands thoroughly, then gently clean the wound using clean water. Avoid ...

A range of factors can result in slow wound healing. They include older age, certain health conditions and medications, nutritional deficiencies, tobacco use, and others.

Vacuum-assisted wound closure is a treatment that applies gentle suction to a wound to help it heal. Learn about how it works, when it's used, and what to expect.

A new research paper was published by Aging (Aging-US) on December 3, 2024, in Volume 17, Issue 1, titled "Topical ABT-263 treatment reduces aged skin senescence and improves subsequent wound ...

Wound dehiscence is when a surgical incision reopens. Learn about the symptoms, causes, and treatment options for this condition.

In vitro laboratory study shows CUROXEN OTC wound ointment kills >99.99% of Candida auris AUSTIN, Texas, July 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- OrganiCare, a manufacturer of topical over-the-counter wound ...

Study explores how wound microbiota affect skin repair and infection risk by altering host immune responses, underscoring the complexity of microbial interactions in wound healing.

The days of ripping off a Band-Aid could soon be in the past, with scientists creating a new affordable, flexible electronic covering that not only speeds and wirelessly monitors healing but ...