Trauma is a very common occurrence, and if the wound is relatively large, it usually needs to be treated with stitches in the hospital. Patients should follow the doctor’s instructions to remove the stitches on time, not too early or too late. However, after the stitches are removed, it does not mean that the wound is completely healed. After the stitches are removed, there are many precautions that patients should pay attention to. So what are the precautions after the removal of the wound? 1, keep the wound clean, and use medication according to medical advice. The patient can take a shower only 24 hours after the wound is removed. And to use clean water to clean the wound, do not force rub, rub the wound. If medication is needed, it must be strictly in accordance with the doctor’s instructions. After the wound is removed, it is also necessary to disinfect the wound site for the time being, and continue to use sterile gauze dressing for at least 24-48 hours. 2, stay away from irritating food and drinks, active sun protection, and regular medication changes. After the wound is removed, patients should usually avoid eating some spicy and irritating food, and at the same time try to avoid smoking or drinking alcohol. If you need to clean the wound or change the medication, you should go to the hospital on time to see the doctor for treatment. 3.Preventing scars After the wound scabs until the scabs fall off naturally, do not snap off the scabs with your hands during this period. After the scabs fall off naturally, wait for a week or so, you can apply some drugs to the wound to inhibit scar growth. Pay attention to moisturizing the wound area and protecting it from the sun.