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- 47 Years
- 22/01/2025
I'm dealing with a dressing issue and could really use some advice. I have a wound dressing made using cotton dipped in povidone iodine solution, and it's stuck pretty firmly to the wound. It's been tough trying to remove it without causing any harm or pain. Do you have any suggestions on how I can safely take it off? I'm really worried about this and want to make sure I don't aggravate my wound further.
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yes u can use it, visit ur physician for apprpropriate managent
Dr. Anshul Suggests...
Consult a Dermatologist
Answered 04/07/2025
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