A member asked:

Cut on bridge of nose from trunk of car.....how to treat....should i go to er for stitches. stopped bleeding.

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Depends: If the wound bleeds for more than 15 min, more than 1/4" deep or more than 3/4" long will most likely need stitches. Stitches reduce the risk of infection and scaring. Use your judgement and err on the side of caution if unsure.

Answered 11/4/2017

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