What should I do if a wound is dry, cracked, and not healing?

Wound dryness, cracking, and failure to heal should be analyzed according to the underlying causes, such as poor blood supply, presence of foreign bodies in the wound, or comorbid conditions like diabetes.

1. Poor Blood Supply

If the body is extremely weak and there is significant bleeding after injury, inadequate blood supply may impair healing. As directed by a physician, microwave therapy may be used to promote wound healing.

2. Presence of Foreign Bodies in the Wound

If the wound was not promptly cleaned after injury, debris such as sand or other foreign materials may remain and hinder healing. Typically, removing the contaminants promptly and disinfecting the wound with iodophor or alcohol can lead to improvement.

3. Comorbid Diabetes

When diabetes is present, uncontrolled long-term high blood glucose levels may contribute to poor wound healing. It is recommended to manage blood sugar under medical guidance using antidiabetic medications such as voglibose tablets, gliclazide modified-release tablets, or acarbose.

In addition, if the wound is extensively split, this may also prevent healing; in such cases, medical attention is required for targeted treatment such as suturing or skin grafting.