There is a great risk of self-suturing the wound, because improper operation may lead to infection, poor wound healing, scar hyperplasia, and even more serious complications. The following are some suggestions, but in any case, if the wound is larger, deeper, bleeding or at risk of infection, you should seek professional medical help as soon as possible. ### 1. **Clean the wound** -**Wash your hands**: Before treating the wound, be sure to thoroughly clean your hands with soap and water. -**Clean the wound**: Rinse the wound with clean water or saline water to remove dirt and bacteria. Avoid alcohol or hydrogen peroxide, as they may damage tissues. ### 2. **Hemostasis** -**Pressure to stop bleeding**: Press the wound directly with a clean gauze or cloth and keep the pressure for a few minutes until the bleeding stops. -**Elevate the affected area**: If the wound is in the limbs, the injured area can be raised above the level of the heart to help reduce bleeding. ### 3. **Use wound closure belt** -**Butterfly bandage**: Suitable for smaller wounds, it can bring the edges of the wound together to help the wound close. -**Medical tape**: Sterile medical tape can be used to hold the edges of the wound together. ### 4. **Use medical glue** -**Skin glue**: There are some medical skin glues (such as cyanoacrylate glues) on the market that can be used to close smaller wounds. Make sure the wound is clean and dry when using, gently close the edge of the wound and apply glue. ### 5. **Use sterile dressings** -**Cover the wound**: Cover the wound with sterile gauze or band-aids to keep the wound clean and moist and promote healing. ### 6. **Observe the wound** -**Monitor for signs of infection**: If the wound shows signs of infection such as redness, swelling, fever, increased pain, purulent or fever, seek medical attention immediately. ### 7. **Avoid self-stitching** -**Self-suture is not recommended**: Self-suture requires the use of needles and threads, which requires a sterile environment and professional skills, otherwise it can easily lead to infection and other complications. ### Important note： -**Seek professional help**: If the wound is large, deep, bleeding or at risk of infection, you should immediately go to a hospital or clinic and be treated by a professional doctor. -**Change the dressing regularly**: Keep the wound clean and dry, and change the dressing regularly to avoid infection. -**Tetanus vaccination**: If the wound is deep or severely contaminated, make sure your tetanus vaccination is up-to-date. Self-treatment of wounds can only be used as a temporary emergency measure, and ultimately it still needs to be evaluated and dealt with by professional medical personnel.