Cotton

The function of medical cotton used in the wound is far beyond simple cleaning. Applying cotton balls combined with ointments to a wound achieve the sterilization purpose. Applying cotton swabs to the incision part restrain the bacteria in the wound, and at the same time, a moist environment is ensured which is of vital importance for the successful healing. Besides, the fluffy cotton rolls provided by us are with high absorbency and it’s super softness brings great patient comfort. Medical cotton in cleaning the wound is a wonderful sterile method.

Medical cotton is an indispensable component as far as the first aid kit is concerned. 100% pure sterile cotton balls are perfect for prevent bleeding and cleaning cuts. Cotton swabs are especially used for removing damaged tissues from a wound, to be more precisely, for primary and secondary layer debridement. Cotton pads together with adhesive tapes achieve the sealing function, preventing the wound from further infection. Cotton pads also play an important role in exudate absorption during the first aid process.

Medical professionals tend to be more considerate when it comes to the removing of sticky cotton from a wound. Factors such as the amount of cotton and the depth of wound have an influence on the removing method. Most often, the cotton stuck wound is handled by being soaked into the sterile saline solution so as to loosen the scab; and then an instrument can used to gently remove the sticky cotton. Lastly, the wound should be reapplied with sterile gauze.