Our Emergency Department is very busy right now and some people are experiencing long waits. If you do not require emergency care, please use an alternative such as 111 online.
What should I do now?
Keep the wound dry for 5 days.
If a dressing has been applied, then leave it in place for 5 days.
The glue will fall off as the wound heals naturally.
Do not pick at the wound or glue.
When should I seek further help?
If the wound opens, or you are worried about the wound in any way, come back to the Emergency Department, for a nurse or doctor to look at it.
Reviewed by Dr T Shaw in October 2022, next review in October 2024.