Question 1

foot cut through deep, and bone broken. what's the chance of bone infection after it's stitched up?

Accepted Answer

Can happen: Any time the skin is broken, bacteria can get in. Infection is more common in diabetics and people with vascular disease, though it happens to healthy people also. Your doctor will probably give antibiotics and a tetanus shot depending on the nature of the cut and break as well as cleaning instructions. If you use tobacco, please stop if at all possible.

Question 2

how should i take care of a small, deep cut on the bottom of my foot?

Accepted Answer

How deep?: Any cut that is deep should be examined by a physician. If you are unable to get into one then clean the cut with soap and water. Dry it off and apply an antibiotic ointment and cover it with a band-aid.  If the cut develops a smell or looks angry and red then you should have a doctor look at it asap. If the cut is too deep sometimes stitches are required to allow proper healing.

Question 3

what would be recommended to take care of a deep cut on the bottom of the foot?

Accepted Answer

A podiatrist: If the cut is deep, your best bet would be to have it professionally treated. If it is cared for improperly, infection and scarring could occur. A scar can lead to lifelong pain. See a podiatrist promptly to have it evaluated, cleansed and if necessary, sutured.

Question 4

i cut my the ball of my foot in a creek today. not much bleeding and not very deep can see what looks like fat though. how do i go about treating it?

Accepted Answer

Ya feel lucky? Do Ya: Well, if your cut is not bleeding much and is not very deep, then you are probably not seeing fat. This could be the best thing going for you. Clean it well with soap and water, apply a topical antibiotic and cover it with an appropriate bandage. Keep an eye on it for the next couple of days. If you see signs of redness with pain, you need to have it treated by a doctor.

Question 5

deep cut in foot after stepping on a wine glass?

Accepted Answer

Laceration: Please seek medical evaluation and treatment. When was your last tetanus shot?  Is bleeding controlled?  Suturing might be required.

Question 6

i had fell through a crack bath tub in cut my feet a little...

Accepted Answer

Cut feet require: the attention of your doctor.  You don't want them to become infected. Peace and good health.

Question 7

i cut off a plantars wart and have a deep hole in my foot what do i do?

Accepted Answer

Put antibiotic : Ointment and bandage it up....if it is bleeding elevate your foot and apply Ice to help stop and apply a compressive bandage...look for signs of infection and if you develop see doctor.

Question 8

how long can i wait before getting a tetanus shot after stepping on a nail? it wasn't clean, but was not rusty. my foot has been washed out. deep cut

Accepted Answer

Tetanus: In america you would have gotten your last tetanus shot when you turned 15. These shots last for ten years and you would not be due again until age 25.

Question 9

why didn't my nail puncture wound bleed? it was a rusty nail and went deep into the foot through my shoe - last tetanus 3 years ago?

Accepted Answer

Puncture wounds varI: In size and bleeding can vary.See M.D. Promptly for evaluation.

Question 10

i stepped on a staple and it cut the bottom of my foot. it wasnt a very big or deep cut. afterward i used hydrogen peroxide and neosporin on the cut. the staple was not rusty, but i have started to have ankle pain. do i need a tetanus shot?

Accepted Answer

Yes: If you did not have a booster in the last 10 years. Your GP may have records if you cannot remember when you had the last tetanus shot.

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Foot cut through deep, and bone broken. what's the chance of bone infection after it's stitched up?

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How should i take care of a small, deep cut on the bottom of my foot?

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What would be recommended to take care of a deep cut on the bottom of the foot?

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I cut my the ball of my foot in a creek today. not much bleeding and not very deep can see what looks like fat though. how do i go about treating it?

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Deep cut in foot after stepping on a wine glass?

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I had fell through a crack bath tub in cut my feet a little...

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I cut off a plantars wart and have a deep hole in my foot what do i do?

A member asked:

How long can i wait before getting a tetanus shot after stepping on a nail? it wasn't clean, but was not rusty. my foot has been washed out. deep cut

A member asked:

Why didn't my nail puncture wound bleed? it was a rusty nail and went deep into the foot through my shoe - last tetanus 3 years ago?

A member asked:

I stepped on a staple and it cut the bottom of my foot. it wasnt a very big or deep cut. afterward i used hydrogen peroxide and neosporin on the cut. the staple was not rusty, but i have started to have ankle pain. do i need a tetanus shot?

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