Leprosy Training Module for Medical Officers

Care of wounds – Simple Wounds
If the patient develops a blister or a very small wound, he can heal
himself by following a few simple rules :
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1. Cleaning :
Keep the wound clean by soaking it daily for 20 – 30 minutes in water (
preferably soapy or salty ).
After soaking, cover the wound with clean strips of cloth.
2. Rest :
The part with ulcer must be rested completely . In case of feet, no
in case of hand, use a sling or a splint.
walking , &
3. Antibiotic Ointment :
Needed only when wound is infected.
Care of wounds – Wounds with complications
The majority of patients having planter ulcers on anaesthetic feet can be
managed at home through self care and rest.
Referral to specialist is needed in following cases :
1. Ulcers with bone involvement
2. Malignant ulcers
3. Ulcers with severe infections
4. Recurrent ulcers
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