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Wounds can occur due to various types of trauma, and may heal depending upon various factors that influence this process
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Wound healing is dependent on age, as young people’s wounds may often heal faster than those of older people
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The type of wound also determines how fast it will heal. Deep and large wounds may take more time
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Nutritional status can also decide the rate of healing, as a person with malnourishment will take time to heal
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A diet rich in foods that contain vitamin C, which aids in the formation of collagen and new blood vessels, can also hasten healing
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The presence of co-morbidities like diabetes mellitus may slow down the process of wound healing
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Exposure to ionising radiation can reduce vascularity, and affect the process of cell replication, which is needed for healing
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Presence of infection at the wound site can delay healing, hence all aseptic precautions must be taken while dressing a wound
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A poor blood supply to the affected area can also slow down the process of healing
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It is necessary to eat a healthy diet and take medications on time (as prescribed) to heal wounds