Inactive wound dressings The classic dressing materials are referred to as inactive wound dressings. This group includes: Gauze compress Gauze compress Non-woven dressings In addition to their use for wound coverage in weeping and dry wounds, the inactive dressings are also used for applying antiseptic solutions and cleansing the wound. Interactive wound dressings A moist … Wound dressings: When is each type best suited?
Effects Absorptive Promotes wound healing Absorb exudate Promote epithelialization Can remain on the wound for up to a week Indications Mainly for chronic wounds: Pressure ulcers, lower leg ulcers. Selected products Hydrocoll Coloplast Comfeel Plus Suprasorb H Varihesive E /-Border See also Hydrogels, wound treatment
Symptoms Allergic contact dermatitis is a noninfectious skin disorder that begins with a delay of one to three days after allergen exposure, with redness of the skin, the formation of poplars, oedemas, and vesicles. The severe itching that accompanies the reaction is typical. The vesicles burst and weep. The skin reaction may also spread to … Allergic Contact Dermatitis
Symptoms In venous insufficiency, the normal return flow of venous blood to the heart is disturbed due to various causes. The following symptoms occur on the legs, especially the ankle and lower leg: Superficial venous dilatation: Varicose veins, spider veins, varicose veins. Pain and heaviness, tired legs Fluid retention, swelling, “water in the legs”. Calf … Chronic Venous Insufficiency
