How to Care for Dead Black Skin on a Wound
When a wound is serious in nature, the skin within and around the wound may begin to die. This condition is known as necrosis. To remove this dead skin, doctors follow a procedure known as surgery and other non-surgical debridement. The appropriate method for debridement depends on the severity, size and shape of the wound.
Examine the wound.
Look for black or gangrene turning scars.
If the skin around the wound looks dead or black, contact your doctor immediately. According to the American Amputee Coalition, your skin turns black and is a sign of an infection that requires a doctor's “immediate” interest. The doctor will prevent the infection from spreading to other body parts.
According to Nadine B. Semer, when you find a wound covered with dead, black tissue, simple dressings may be inadequate and you may want to remove the surgical route known as sharp debridement.
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