Some factors that could inhibit the healing of injuries or wounds include: • Chronic medical conditions like diabetes, obesity, or immunodeficiency conditions • Dry skin • Infection in the wound or injury • Poor blood supply to the injury • Unhealthy diet, as wounds and injuries require a steady flow of nutrients to heal properly • Use of anti-inflammatory medication like aspirin or ibuprofen The good news for young children is that they have youth on their side, which powerfully influences wound and injury healing! At the same time, it is important to take proper care of a child’s wound to avoid infection or other healing complications. Therefore, ensure the wound or injury stays clean, is given plenty of rest, and your child maintains a healthy diet as the wound or injury heals.