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Wound not healing
Dear sir, i am dilip from Coimbatore Tamil nadu.i am 35 year old male. My weight is 100 kg. I don't have bp or sugar. I got a small would in my leg by hitting door on June 9th. Wound length is 2cm and Wound depth is just 1 mm. I am applying betadine oinment. But still my would is not healing. I am getting little pain around the wound and still it's red in colour. Why my little wound is not healing?
I don't have sugar.
I am having some food allergy. Some times i will get itchy skin if i eat mutton or eggs. For that i will eat Allegra tablet 120mg.
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a wound can take 2-3 weeks to heal depending on its size and depth. you should consult a surgeon to determine the stage of healing and need for treatment. there are multiple reasons for a wound not healing such as, recurrent trauma over the area, infection, problems in the blood vessel of the leg.
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avoid walking/standing for prolonged periods
keep your limb elevated as much as possible
take vitamin c supplementation
add proteins in your diet
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Don't worry...you are suffering from allergic dermatitis causing this itching sensation.. Specific medicine available for good control... Treatment depends on the severity..Do direct online consultation for detailed prescription by sending photos.
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Dr. Arpita
Dermatologist
14 yrs exp
Ahmedabad
No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Compete medical history is required..
Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription & guidance.
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Dr. Shivanu Mathon
Dermatologist
10 yrs exp
Ludhiana
Please share relevant pic and consult online
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