10 Medical Uses For Duct Tape

4. Hold A Wound Together

In the event of experiencing a large gash or wound, it needs to be sealed it until it is possible to get to the doctor. Although duct tape isn't a replacement for stitches, it can reduce blood loss until medical attention is received. A butterfly suture is possible using duct tape alone.

This will also reduce the risk of infection and reduce scarring. It's important to note that butterfly stitches aren't meant to cover an entire wound like a bandage is. Instead, they are designed to hold both sides of the skin together. This is a similar approach to superglue when a wound needs to be held together quickly without the appropriate equipment being available.

3. Seal A Bug Bite

Whether bitten by a spider or a mosquito, it's important to avoid scratching the bite itself to reduce the itching. As soon as the scratching begins, it makes matters worse, opening the area up to an infection. As soon as a bug bite occurs, reach for the duct tape. As long as it's not an open bite or sensitive area, a small piece of duct tape can be placed directly on the skin.

Seal off the bite and reduce scratching. If you don't mind a brief sting, apply a little lemon juice or apple cider vinegar to a piece of gauze, apply and then seal with duct tape. Both of these additional ingredients help clean the area to reduce the risk of complications.