Ultra-Thin Hydrocolloid Dressings, 4x4in, for 1st & Superficial 2nd-Degree Burns, Dry & Non-Infected Wound
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Material
Hydrocolloid dressing is a kind of elastic dressing made of pressure sensitive adhesive with CMC (carboxymethylcellulose) hydrophilic granules.
Main Mechanism
- Hydrocolloid dressing inflates on thewound edge when it absorbs exudates which can prevent exudates from leaking.
- Temperature on the wound area is almost same as the body temperature under the protection of hydrocolloid dressing.
- Pain can be reduced because nerve terminals are in moist environment.
- Generation of capillary vessel and growth of granulation tissue will be speeded up in anoxic environment.
Key Features
- Excellent exudates absorption capability.
- Keep the wound in a moist environment, promote wound healing, effectively release pains and reduce wound care frequency.
- Waterproof, protect the wound from microbial invasion.
- Excellent elasticith and self-adhesive, convenient and comfortable to wear.
- Please change the dressing when it turns white.
- Easy to peel off, no adherence to wound, so effectively reduce the potential damage and pains.
Cautions
- Make sure the wound area is clean and dry before using dressing
- Hydrocolloid dressing should be 2cm bigger than the wound area to make sure that dressing could be cover the wound.
- lf the depth of wound is more than 5mm, it is better to fill the wound with proper material before using hydrocolloid dressing.
- lt is not suitable for wounds with heavy exudates.
- When the dressing becomes white and swelling, it indicates that dressing should be changed.
- At the very beginning ofusing the dressing, wound area maybe enlarged, this is caused by the debridement function of the dressing and it is normal
phenomenon. - The gel will be formed by the mixture of hydrocolloid molecule and exudates.As it looks like purulence secretion, it would be misunderstood as the wound infection. Just clean it with saline.
- There maybe some smell from the dressing sometimes, and this smell could disappear after cleaning the wound with saline water.
- Dressing should be changed at once when leakage occured around the dressing.
You asked, we answered.
How do I determine the severity of my burn?
Burns are classified into four levels based on severity:
- Red, swollen skin without blisters; heals on its own.
- Red, blistered skin with moderate pain; requires moist dressings for healing.
- Blisters may burst, skin may appear white or dark red; high infection risk and may require skin grafting.
- Charred or waxy white skin with no pain (nerve damage); requires immediate medical attention.
👉 Recommendation: Minor burns can be treated at home, but second-degree or deeper burns should be evaluated by a doctor.
How do I choose the right size?
Ensure that the silver alginate dressing extends at least 1-2 cm beyond the wound edges. This helps to form a seal and prevents the dressing from lifting, while also minimizing the risk of contamination.
How often should I change the dressing on my burn wound?
The frequency depends on the dressing type and wound exudate level:
- Moist-retaining dressings (hydrocolloid, silicone foam, honey gauze) → Can stay in place for 3-5 days, but should be changed earlier if exudate increases.
- Highly absorbent dressings (silver alginate, calcium alginate) → Should be changed every 1-2 days to prevent oversaturation and infection.
- Antibacterial dressings (honey-based, bismuth tribromophenate)changed every 2-3 days, depending on exudate levels.
Can I continue using dressings after the burn wound has scabbed over?
Scabbing is part of the natural healing process, but excessive dryness can delay healing. Recommendations:
- If the scab cracks or delays healing, continue using hydrocolloid or silicone foam dressings to keep the wound moist.
- If the scab is intact and infection-free, discontinue dressings and switch to moisturizing treatments (silicone gel sheets, transparent film) to reduce scarring.