"Why Is There Still Fluid Drainage After Wound Debridement? What Should I Do?"
Generally, after debridement, if there is still tissue fluid seepage from the wound, it may be related to a large wound surface, wound location, tissue fluid extravasation, local infection, fat liquefaction, or suture rejection. Timely medical attention should be sought to improve symptoms through thorough debridement, medication use, surgery, and other methods.
Large Wound Surface: In cases of a large or deep wound surface, the duration of fluid seepage may be longer as the wound requires more time to heal, and the seepage may be a normal part of the wound recovery process.
Wound Location: Wounds in certain areas, such as joints, may not facilitate drainage, leading to increased fluid seepage. Patients need to regularly clean the affected area and change dressings.
Tissue Fluid Extravasation: After skin injury, there may be more tissue fluid extravasation, which usually has the function of protecting the wound and is a normal phenomenon. Under the guidance of a doctor, patients can use recombinant human epidermal growth factor gel, amoxicillin capsules, cefixime granules, etc., to promote wound healing.
Local Infection: When a wound becomes infected, it may secrete a lot of inflammatory exudate or even purulent exudate. Usually, under the guidance of a doctor, hydrogen peroxide, saline, or iodophor can be used to clean the wound. Oral medications such as amoxicillin capsules, cefixime tablets, and levofloxacin hydrochloride tablets can also be used for anti-infective treatment. If necessary, surgical removal of some infected tissue may be required.
Fat Liquefaction: The subcutaneous fat of the human body is abundant, and fat can easily liquefy after injury, causing tissue fluid seepage. If wound fat liquefaction persists without improvement, thorough local debridement can be performed. If necessary, drainage strips can be placed to promote rapid wound tissue healing.
In addition, if there is a rejection reaction to wound sutures, it may also lead to fluid seepage. During wound recovery, patients should avoid contact with water, maintain a light diet, and avoid spicy and stimulating foods. If patients experience discomfort, they should seek medical attention promptly.
