A bandage is an aid to support or hold something in place (dressing, splint etc.). A dressing is to stem bleeding. read more
The first & foremost use of bandage is it stop bleeding. We normally, put bandage when there is a cut or small injury. Nowadays, we done a lot of progress as far as wound treatment is concern but use of bandage is irreplaceable as it is a quick fix to a small injury which can result into a big problem. read more