Question 1

what is the definition or description of: hand cut?

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Hand cut: A laceration of the area between the wrist and finger tip.

Question 2

how much disability can i get if i got my hand cut at work?

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Ask lawyer: Generally, it depends on how long you are out of work and the medical costs associated with the injury.  That's what you can get from the worker's compensation policy.  Anything further than that is dependent on the state and negotiations between lawyers on both sides.  Regardless, a lawyer would know more about damages and awards.

Question 3

will i need stitches on a deep but not wide hand cut?

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Wound: That depends. In most instances wounds that have open longer periods of time, are highly contaminated with soil or water from a lake or stream have to be thoroughly cleansed and evaluated prior to being closed. If it cannot then it can heal from inside out.

Question 4

can bone get infected if you have deep hand cut?

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Yes: Bone can be infected with deep cuts.The wound should be cleaned with running water and soap and check signs of infections.

Question 5

if infected or frostbite on fingers then you would have to get hand cut off! is that true?

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Not usually: Typically the smaller blood vessels are affected and so most cases of amputation for frostbite involve only the tips of the fingers or first knuckle.  Severe frost bite could theoretically cause someone to lose their hand but usually if hypothermia is that bad you would not survive.

Question 6

what is the treatment for hand laceration?

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Caution...: A hand laceration is very tricky because all layers of skin, tendons, ligaments, nerves, muscles are all very close to surface; the skin is rather tight and any swelling can lead to destruction of one of the above parts. Furthermore it is the most important part of all the extremities for most functions. If very superficial, clean, dry, cover. If any more, er for proper care, prevent/rx infection.

Question 7

had you ever used glue on a hand laceration?

Accepted Answer

No: Not personally, although for superficial fingertip laceration, such as from playing guitar, if you push skin edges together and then apply glue just to hold edges together, will work well.  Really not a good idea for deep cuts.

Question 8

any advice on how to heal my hand laceration?

Accepted Answer

How old is laceratio: If it is recent, and as the current acceptable standard with in 24 hours it should be repaired with associated treatment.If it is old, more than 24 hrs or even 48 hours it is saer to let it heal by secondary intention( by it self with granulation tissue).But if it is complex and involves tendon, nerve etc, .Go to the emergency room immediately.

Question 9

what is the definition or description of: hand laceration?

Accepted Answer

A cut on the hand.: Hand lacerations can range from minor things like a paper cut to major injuries where tendons and nerves are damaged.

Question 10

do i have to be cleared by my doctor to play basketball? i had a hand laceration on the top of my hand that severed my pinke and wrist tendon and had to have them surgerically repaired. i had a check up yesterday and the doctor says they are healing fine

Accepted Answer

Oh : Oh my gosh. You are writing into a doctor column to ask if you should or should not follow the advice of your orthopedic surgeon?  You surgeon is the person who knows the most about your injury, your surgery and the risks at this stage of the game.  Since none of the doctors responding to this column have examined you, i think the best advice you can be given is to follow your doctors advice. I know you may not be happy with this answer because you really want to play basket ball now; but by following your doctors advice it could prevent further complications down the road.

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If infected or frostbite on fingers then you would have to get hand cut off! is that true?

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What is the treatment for hand laceration?

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Had you ever used glue on a hand laceration?

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Any advice on how to heal my hand laceration?

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What is the definition or description of: hand laceration?

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Do i have to be cleared by my doctor to play basketball? i had a hand laceration on the top of my hand that severed my pinke and wrist tendon and had to have them surgerically repaired. i had a check up yesterday and the doctor says they are healing fine

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