How to Soak an Infected Wound

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Tip 1 - How to Soak an Infected Wound | eHow

Published: 9 years, 4 month(s) ago | Submitted by Jon Basden | permalink

Infected wounds can be trouble if not taken care of properly. Continuous inflammation can cause cellulitis, gangrene or even death. That's why it's important to know the signs of infection and learn how to effectively soak your wound. The right amount of water treatment reduces infection and promotes faster heating.

For further reading: http://www.ehow.com/how_5645345_soak-infected-wound.html ^[1]

Tip 2 - epsom salt for infection?

Published: 9 years, 4 month(s) ago | Submitted by Larry Silverstein | permalink

when i was a kid i was told that soaking an infected cut in a epsom salt/water solution would help draw out the infection. now, i can't seem to find...

For further reading: http://forums.studentdoctor.net/threads/epsom-salt-for-infection.280173/ ^[2]

Tip 3 - How to Use Epson Salt for Infection | LIVESTRONG.COM

Published: 9 years, 4 month(s) ago | Submitted by Leslie Aiello | permalink

Magnesium sulfate, better known as Epsom salts, is a chemical compound made up of magnesium, oxygen and sulfur. Epsom salts chemical makeup is highly absorbent and draws toxins from whatever surface it encounters, including human skin, which makes it popular for use as a bath salt. Soaking in Epsom salts is also a widely used remedy to treat...

For further reading: http://www.livestrong.com/article/368695-how-to-use-epson-salt-for-infection/ ^[3]

Tip 4 - How to Soak Open Wounds in Epsom Salt | LIVESTRONG.COM

Published: 9 years, 4 month(s) ago | Submitted by verificationist | permalink

Epsom salts are crystals of hydrated magnesium sulphate. According to the Epsom Salt Council, epsom salt soaks can raise magnesium levels and improve blood circulation and skin integrity. Adequate circulation and oxygen saturation are necessary for wound healing. "Wound cleansing removes dressing residue, microbes, and cellular debris,"...

For further reading: http://www.livestrong.com/article/222282-how-to-soak-open-wounds-in-epsom-salt/ ^[4]

Tip 5 - How to care for an infected wound

Published: 9 years, 4 month(s) ago | Submitted by John Patella | permalink

This guest post is by Denise H and entry in our non-fiction writing contest . As citizens of TWAWKI, some of the hardest lessons we can learn is those to

For further reading: http://www.thesurvivalistblog.net/care-of-an-infected-wound/ ^[5]