Liquid bandage
Liquid Bandage
Liquid bandage (pronunciation: /ˈlɪk.wɪd ˈbænd.ɪdʒ/) is a type of wound dressing that comes in the form of a spray, gel, or swab. It is used to cover minor cuts, scrapes, and abrasions, and to protect them from infection.
Etymology
The term "liquid bandage" is derived from the English words "liquid", meaning a substance that flows freely, and "bandage", a piece of material used to support a medical device such as a dressing or splint. The term reflects the product's function as a flexible, waterproof barrier that can be applied to the skin in liquid form and then hardens to form a protective seal.
Usage
Liquid bandages are typically used for minor skin injuries that do not require stitches. They are applied to clean, dry skin and allowed to dry for about a minute. Once dry, the liquid bandage forms a protective seal over the wound, keeping out dirt and bacteria and promoting healing. Some types of liquid bandages also contain antiseptic to help prevent infection.
Related Terms
- Wound: An injury to the body (typically the skin) that typically involves laceration or breaking of a membrane (such as the skin) and usually damage to underlying tissues.
- Skin: The soft outer tissue covering vertebrates.
- Antiseptic: Antimicrobial substances that are applied to living tissue/skin to reduce the possibility of infection, sepsis, or putrefaction.
- Infection: The process by which bacteria, viruses, and other microbes enter the body and cause disease.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Liquid bandage
- Wikipedia's article - Liquid bandage
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