Myth: 'let the wound air out to heal.'

Myth: 'let the wound air out to heal.'

Myth: 'let the wound air out to heal.' Wounds heal faster and cleaner kept lightly moist and covered. 'Airing out' dries the surface and slows new tissue. Cover it. For trusted wound and stoma care in Singapore, visit emis dot asia.

What you need to know

Wounds heal faster and cleaner kept lightly moist and covered. 'Airing out' dries the surface and slows new tissue. Cover it.

Step by step

• Myth: 'let it air out'
• Dry wounds heal SLOWER
• Moist + covered = faster
• Less scabbing, less scarring
• Keep it covered

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Wounds heal faster and cleaner kept lightly moist and covered. 'Airing out' dries the surface and slows new tissue. Cover it.

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