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Can you tell me about the best way to disinfect a cut?
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You can: wash the wound well with warm water and soap. Apply a thin film of antibiotic ointment and then keep clean and dry. If it is deep or your tetanus shot is not up to date then please seek medical care.
Answered 6/9/2017
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