Question 1

can i use diluted methanol in a deep cut?

Accepted Answer

Deep cut-: Do you need sutures? Saline or water would be better choice then pouring alcohol into a wound. When was your last tetanus shot?

Question 2

does a cut have to be deep to get tetanus ?

Accepted Answer

Not always: The wound does not always have to be deep to get tetanus. Causes include wounds which are contaminated with dirt, poop (feces), or spit (saliva)
puncture wounds such as from a nail or needle and burns. Tetanus has sometimes been seen with clean superficial wounds when only the upper most layer of skin is scraped off. I wish you well with your health!

Question 3

how deep does a cut have to be to get tetanus?

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Tetanus: While any open wound can be a source of tetanus, it is more common in wounds contaminated by dirt, feces, soil or saliva.  It is also more like to occur as a result of puncture wounds, crush or avulsion injuries, burns, or necrotic/devitalized tissue.  It is always wise to be current on vaccinations and if a person is behind who has an open wound, call your physician to get them updated.

Question 4

how deep does a cut have to be to get stitches?

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Length more impt: Stitches are required when the edges of the wound or cut, cannot easily - naturally - come together or are on a stress area which will cause a cut to continuously re-open.  The depth is less important - for instance many stab wounds do not requires suturing but just a piece of tape across the opening.

Question 5

what can u do when u have a deep cut in ur head?

Accepted Answer

For this scenario: An emergency room may be the best bet. You may need the cut cleaned out, possibly sutures and possibly a tetanus shot.

Question 6

what to do with a deep cut that doesn't stop bleeding?

Accepted Answer

If it doesn't stop: Bleeding with pressure - than seek medical assistance.

Question 7

what to do if i cut myself too deep is there anything i can do now?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Go to the emergency room - you may need stitches. When was your last tetanus shot? If you don't know or it has been more than 10 years then you need another shot. Please obtain professional mental health assistance. Dialectic behavioral therapy with a clinical psychologist may be helpful for you.

Question 8

will the fatty tissue from a deep cut fall off if left out after stitching?

Accepted Answer

Please get it: Checked if your wound is gaping with exposure of fat.

Question 9

i cut myself pretty deep and i just see white? i that tissue? did i cut too deep?

Accepted Answer

Please get this: medically evaluated now. If you live at home - let your parents know so that they can transport you to the nearest Emergency Room. Any cut is too deep - but it sounds like this one needs medical attention. Please look into Dialectical behavioral therapy - to get help for this.

Question 10

why do paper cuts hurt so much, and sometimes more than deeper cuts caused by sharp objects?

Accepted Answer

Sensitive nerve ends: By god's creation or so , our superficial skin structures are supplied with very sensitive nerve endings and pain receptors , may be a natural mechanism to protect from environmental stimuli . Since paper cuts very superficial cuts we feel lore pain than deeper cuts.

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