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Wounds, cuts and grazes

There are many different types of wounds. Some can be caused by an injury or by a cut. Here’s how to look after wounds and cuts yourself and when to get help.

Wound, cut and graze treatments

Information about wound care, plus self-care advice for cuts and grazes and when to speak to a doctor for further medical attention

What causes wounds, cuts and grazes?

Information about common causes of wounds, cuts and grazes, including signs and symptoms to look out for.

Caring for sutures

Sutures need proper care to ensure a wound heals cleanly. They hold the wound closed and are removed or dissolve after it has healed. Find out more here.

Mouth and tongue cuts

Cuts to the mouth and tongue can bleed alot as there is a large blood supply to that area, making the cut seem much worse than it actually is.

Facial injury

An injury to the face can be caused by almost anything, such as, falling over, cutting yourself shaving being struck in the face by an object, such as a ball or twig or being assaulted or hit.

Facial injury treatments

If you have a facial injury, you can easily treat a minor wound or cut. However, a larger or deep wound or cut will need medical attention.

Zinc is a mineral that is essential for many of the body's normal functions and systems, including the immune system, wound healing, blood clotting, thyroid function, and the senses of taste and smell.

Snake bites

About 100 Australian snakes are venomous. Although only 12 are likely to inflict a wound that could kill you. Learn about first aid for snake bites.

Open incisional hernia repair

If you have an operation on your abdomen which is closed with stitches, but where the wound does not heal properly, the contents of your abdomen may push through, causing a lump called a hernia.

Laparoscopic incisional hernia repair

An incisional hernia is a weakness in your abdominal wall, which happens when previous wounds do not heal properly. If left untreated, an incisional hernia can cause serious complications.

Botulism

Botulism is a rare illness caused by a toxin produced by Clostridium botulinum bacteria. Learn how you can reduce your risk with preventative measures.

Eye injuries

Links to trusted information about eye injuries.

Head injuries

The most common causes of head injuries are falls, assaults and car accidents. Find out more about the symptoms and treatments here.

Objects or chemicals in the eye

A piece of metal, dirt or chemicals in your eye can be annoying and often dangerous. Here’s what to do if you suspect something’s in your eye.

Subdural haematoma

A subdural haematoma is a tear of a blood vessel between the surface of the brain and a layer covering the brain, usually caused by a blow to the head.

Concussion

Concussion is a short-term loss of brain function following a head injury. Learn more about the causes of concussions and signs and symptoms to be aware of.

Black eye

A black eye is a bruise in the tissues around the eye. It’s a good idea to get it checked by a doctor in case it’s a symptom of a more serious eye injury.

Acquired brain injury (ABI)

An acquired brain injury (ABI) is the result of damage to your brain that may occur at any time during your life. Learn about the causes, symptoms and treatment here.

Objects or chemicals in the eye after care

If you have an object in your eye, you can try to flush it out, however chemicals in the eye are more serious. The following advice may be helpful to prevent any long-lasting damage.

Dog, cat and bat bites

Dog and cat bites are the most common types of animal bite. Here’s what to do if you get bitten, with information about when to get medical help.

Staph skin infection

Information on staph skin infections, what they are, the different types, treatments, prevention and when to get help.

Tetanus

Tetanus is an infection that can be fatal. Because of immunisation, few people now get tetanus in Australia. Find out more about tetanus on our trusted partner pages.

Amputation

An amputation can affect every area of a person’s life, both at home and at work. They will need plenty of help and support as they adapt.

Breast reconstruction with an implant or tissue expander

A breast reconstruction with a breast implant or tissue expander is an operation to recreate a breast shape. You should consider the options carefully and have realistic expectations about the results.

Surgery for anal fistula

An anal fistula can cause continued infection and pain. Symptoms usually get worse without surgery.

Pain relief after surgery

Pain after an operation is a common problem but there is no need for you to be in a lot of pain. Pain relief after surgery is usually safe and effective.

Implantable cardioverter defibrillators

An ICD, also sometimes called an ACID (automated implantable cardioverter defibrillator) may be needed if you have an abnormally fast or irregular heartbeat.

Male circumcision

Male circumcision involves the surgical removal of the foreskin, the protective sleeve of skin that covers the head of the penis.

Appendicitis treatments

The main treatment for appendicitis is an operation to remove the inflamed appendix, known as an appendectomy or appendicectomy.

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Wound, cut and graze treatments

What causes wounds, cuts and grazes?

Caring for sutures

Mouth and tongue cuts

Facial injury

Facial injury treatments

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Snake bites

Open incisional hernia repair

Laparoscopic incisional hernia repair

Botulism

Eye injuries

Head injuries

Objects or chemicals in the eye

Subdural haematoma

Concussion

Black eye

Acquired brain injury (ABI)

Objects or chemicals in the eye after care

Dog, cat and bat bites

Staph skin infection

Tetanus

Amputation

Breast reconstruction with an implant or tissue expander

Surgery for anal fistula

Pain relief after surgery

Implantable cardioverter defibrillators

Male circumcision

Appendicitis treatments

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Life stage

Wounds, cuts and grazes

Wound, cut and graze treatments

What causes wounds, cuts and grazes?

Caring for sutures

Mouth and tongue cuts

Facial injury

Facial injury treatments

Zinc

Snake bites

Open incisional hernia repair

Laparoscopic incisional hernia repair

Botulism

Eye injuries

Head injuries

Objects or chemicals in the eye

Subdural haematoma

Concussion

Black eye

Acquired brain injury (ABI)

Objects or chemicals in the eye after care

Dog, cat and bat bites

Staph skin infection

Tetanus

Amputation

Breast reconstruction with an implant or tissue expander

Surgery for anal fistula

Pain relief after surgery

Implantable cardioverter defibrillators

Male circumcision

Appendicitis treatments

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