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Cut thumb in kitchen using apple dicer. it looks semi deep but together. i put hydrogen per. neosp. gauze. do i need stitches? bleeding under control
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Probably not: If you have stopped the bleeding, if you can bend the finger and have sensation throughout the thumb, then keep it clean and covered for a few days. Hopefully you are up-to-date on your tetanus shot (once every 1o years), if not, you will need that. Watch for evidence of infection, redness or purulent drainage.
Answered 6/12/2014
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Probably not: If the bleeding stopped and the band aid worked let it heal. If you are on morphine and/ or Ativan (lorazepam) and cutting your self by accident; it may be important not to drive or use a knife while under the influence.
Answered 6/24/2014
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