Cuts and abrasions
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Abrasions Cleanse with soap and water Use antiseptic antibacterial cream
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Put cotton Put bandage
Steps to clean and dress uncomplicated wounds wounds
The Proper Treatment
Cuts
 | Cleanse area thoroughly with soap and warm water, carefully washing away any dirt. |
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| Apply direct pressure to wound until bleeding stops. |
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| Put sterile bandage on wound. |
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| If cut is deep, get to a doctor as quickly as possible. It may require suturing. |
Abrasions (Scratches)
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| Wash thoroughly with soap and warm water. |
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| If it bleeds or oozes, bandage it to protect it from infection. |
Signs of an infected wound:
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| Swelling |
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| Redness |
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| Pain |
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| May cause fever |
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| Presence of pus |
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Tetanus Toxoid injection may be required as per individual basis depending upon past immunization status and nature of wound. |