May one go out on Shabbat with medical dressings on a wound?

ShabbatCarrying

Synopsis

The Mechaber permits going out with healing agents (cotton, sponge, garlic peels, bandages, compresses) on a wound since they heal and function as ornaments. If they fall off, they may not be replaced on Shabbat. A string or band tied around the wound (not for healing) is forbidden, but wrappings to hold the dressing in place are permitted.

Early Acharonim
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Strict
Lesser cited
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