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Silver Nitrate: The Secret Weapon Against Hypergranulation

Silver Nitrate: The Secret Weapon Against Hypergranulation

Update: 2025-10-08
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Dr. G explains how silver nitrate works as a quick, low-cost chemical cautery for treating hypergranulation ("proud flesh") in diabetic and other chronic wounds, outlining the mechanism, application steps, and the expected gray discoloration.


He summarizes benefits—rapid control of excess granulation, antimicrobial action, and minor hemostasis—along with key cautions such as pain, staining, tissue damage, and contraindications (infected wounds, exposed bone), and offers practical tips for safe, sparing use.

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Silver Nitrate: The Secret Weapon Against Hypergranulation

Silver Nitrate: The Secret Weapon Against Hypergranulation

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