Scalp wounds

Head wounds tend to bleed more than other parts of the body as the scalp is rich with blood vessels. Even a minor cut to the head often results in heavy bleeding, and although this amount of bleeding may be alarming, many times the injury is only superficial and the bleeding will stop with first aid treatment. However if you believe the injury is serious, the wound doesn’t stop bleeding or the person shows signs of internal head injury immediately contact the emergency services, ring 999/112. Treating minor scalp wounds Wash your hands well with soap and water (if available). Put on latex gloves. Have the person lie down. If the person has hair, use your fingers to part the hair away from the cut [More…]