Can you change your own dressing at home for a sutured wound?

It is not recommended to change the dressing at home after suturing, you need to visit a doctor and have the dressing changed under the operation of a professional doctor. After the wound has been sutured, the wound and the skin around the wound will be sterilized and changed regularly to prevent wound infection. Each step of wound dressing change should strictly follow the principle of asepsis in order to minimize wound infection. Individuals who do it themselves at home may not be able to strictly ensure the principle of sterility. On the other hand, while changing the dressing on the wound, the professional doctor will also assess the wound condition, such as observing the wound for exudate, blood seepage, pus, etc. and observing the wound for redness, swelling and ulceration. After assessing the condition of the wound, the cause is analyzed and follow-up treatment is carried out accordingly. Individuals are unable to assess and treat on their own. Regular dressing change of the wound is recommended to seek medical attention from a medical professional.