Alcohol should not be used to clean a wound. It is a disinfectant and shouldn’t be used on open wounds. Hydrogen peroxide use on wounds should only be used for deep cuts with debris or if the would is infected. Some doctors may suggest it inside a lanced abscess to kill nerve endings so the wound can be packed, but this practice isn’t very common any longer. A standard scratch or cut can be cleaned with a clean source of water and soap. If you are concerned about what to use, as a healthcare provider.
Alcohol should not be used to clean a wound. It is a disinfectant and shouldn’t be used on open wounds. Hydrogen peroxide use on wounds should only be used for deep cuts with debris or if the would is infected. Some doctors may suggest it inside a lanced abscess to kill nerve endings so the wound can be packed, but this practice isn’t very common any longer. A standard scratch or cut can be cleaned with a clean source of water and soap. If you are concerned about what to use, as a healthcare provider.
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