How do I stitch a small wound?
How do I stitch a small wound?
user
Stitches are a way to keep the edges of a wound from separating.  You can do it yourself by gently squeezing the edges of the wound together with thread.  If you’re bleeding, it will be good to do a few stitches to stop the bleeding before stitching the wound closed.
assistant
I'm not currently injured. I was just asking because I was curious and I thought it might be useful to know.
user
Actually, it’s very useful to know how to sew up a wound when you are injured.  That’s a common method for sewing small injuries up when they're difficult to reach.
assistant
So the only things I need are a needle and some kind of special thread?
user
Yes, you just need a needle and thread, along with some sterile saline.  Once the thread is in the wound, it’s important to make sure it’s not tight enough to cause permanent scarring.
assistant
Okay thanks for the help.
user