LINT

is a dre ing for wounds prepared from flax. It presents a rough and a smooth side, the latter being tho one to place next the wound. As a dre ing should contain some antiseptic, boracic lint forms a better dre ing than plain lint. LIP. Sores or warts on the lips, especially after middle age, should receive prompt attention, as thoy may, if neglected, become cancer. Cigarettes and broken clay pipes are common causes of such sores. Cracked Lips should be treated with cold cream every night. [f they do not heal, flexile collodion should be painted on night and morning. Herpes or Shingles on the lip consist of @ patch of small blisters on an inflamed base. They cause much burning and pricking. The application of zinc ointment is the best treatment. They do not last meny days. [Refer to Hare-lip.] [s. 383]