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What are fast ways to heal a puncture wound?

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Keep it clean: Need to keep it cleaned out and apply topical antibiotic. It will also help to keep pressure off the area.

Answered 4/23/2016

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

First Question:: When was your last tetanus shot? If it has been >10 years or you don't know - than you need another one. If you have a particularly nasty puncture wound - you may need one if it has been > 5 years. Wound should be cleaned with soap ; warm water (antibacterial soap is good). It should be kept clean ; dry. If it becomes red, hot, swollen, has purulent drainage, red streaks - you need med tx asap.

Answered 2/26/2017

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