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  • What’s Epidermolysis bullosa?
  • What to do about EB
  • Dressings that minimise pain
  • EB support

Gentle dressings for painful wounds

EB can be very painful especially when the roof of the blister has been lost, an injury has caused skin loss or in the case of chronically unhealed wounds.

Fortunately, a variety of dressings are available. Several factors will influence the choice of dressing for the wound. For example, it is very important to use a dressing which will not stick to the wound or the fragile skin.

We recommend Mölnlycke Health Care dressings which feature Safetac® Technology. They:

  • Have a gentle surface.
  • Minimise pain at removal.
  • Seal the wound effectively.
  • Help prevent blister formation.

Of course, medical advice should be sought before using any new dressings.

There are a range of recommended, relevant products with Safetac. They include:

Mepitel® – the effective wound contact layer

  • Protects blisters and wounds.
  • Will not disrupt wound tissue or blisters.
  • Is placed between the blister/wound and an absorbent dressing or pad.
  • Has a Safetac layer, making it less painful to remove.
  • Can be left on for up to 2 weeks.
Safetac Mepitel

Mepilex® – the effective absorbent foam dressing

  • Cushioning and protection.
  • Use on exuding wounds.
  • Is very soft and comfortable.
  • Has a Safetac layer, making it less painful to remove.
  • Absorbs exudate (wound fluid).
  • Keeps the wound moist, which makes it heal faster.
  • Does not harm the surrounding skin.
Safetac Mepilex

Mepilex®Lite – the thin absorbent foam dressing

  • Protects wounds and skin.
  • Use on wounds with less wound exudate (wound fluid).
  • Is very thin, soft and comfortable.
  • Has a Safetac layer, making it less painful to remove.
  • Keeps the wound moist, which makes it heal faster.
  • Does not harm the surrounding skin.
Safetac Mepilex Lite

Mepilex®Transfer – the effective exudate transfer dressing

  • Protects wounds and the skin.
  • Use on exuding wounds.
  • Is conformable to the wound, providing comfort.
  • Has a Safetac layer, making it less painful to remove.
  • Fluid is transferred from the wound to a secondary dressing.
  • Does not harm the surrounding skin.
Safetac Mepilex Transfer

Mepitac® – the gentle fixation tape

  • Gentle fixation tape for sensitive/fragile skin.
  • Minimises pain and skin damage at removal due to a Safetac layer.
  • Is soft and comfortable.
  • Waterproof.
  • Low risk of skin irritation and allergy.
Safetac Mepitac