#Humanbiology

A new study has found that humans’ wounds heal significantly more slowly than those of other mammals, raising intriguing questions about our biology and evolutionary trade-offs. The research, recently profiled by The New York Times, has major implications for medicine and health, especially for Thailand’s ageing population and those managing chronic health conditions.

The discovery comes from a comparative investigation into the healing rates of skin wounds in humans versus other mammalian species, using both laboratory models and clinical data. According to the report, researchers found that while most mammals—such as mice, pigs, and dogs—heal wounds within days or weeks, similar injuries in humans often require much longer timeframes. This discrepancy holds true even when accounting for differences in body size, environmental factors, and medical intervention.

A recent study reveals that human wounds tend to heal more slowly than those of many other mammals. The finding has important implications for medicine and health policy in Thailand, particularly for the aging population and people with chronic conditions.

Researchers compared wound healing across species using lab models and clinical data. Across mammals such as mice, pigs, and dogs, wounds often close within days or weeks. In humans, however, healing can take considerably longer even after adjusting for body size, environment, and medical care. The slower pace appears to be a consistent pattern rather than an artifact of specific cases.