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How could you treat a bullet wound to the leg?
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See a doctor: Bullet wounds are very serious and need to be treated by a doctor as soon as possible. Most bullets are still made of lead, which can make you very sick if left inside. The wound can become infected as well. I recommend immediate evaluation and treatment.
Answered 5/24/2014
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