Question
Can a child’s finger heal if it’s skinned?
Answer
According to your description, the child’s finger injury did not result in a fracture, and the wound has been cleaned and sutured. If there is no whitening or purulent condition at the tip of the finger during the change of dressing within 2 to 3 days after surgery, it should heal smoothly. It is recommended to avoid contact with water and reduce finger movement during the healing period of the wound, and consider using antibiotics to prevent infection. Generally, limb wounds are changed every 2 to 3 days, and the sutures can be removed after about two weeks. If there are signs of skin necrosis or infection during the change of dressing, seek medical treatment promptly. I hope my answer can help you.