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How would i stop my wound from bleeding?

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Dr. Ellen Wenzel answered

Specializes in Podiatry

Direct pressure : Apply direct pressure to the wound for 5 minutes. If there is no change in bleeding or if the wound appears deep see an urgent care or er for a wound evaluation and possibly stitches.

Dr Rafat agreed

Answered 11/16/2017

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Pressure/elevation: Direct pressure to the wound and elevation of the body part. If it is bleeding severely or is a large gaping wound get immediate medical help but keep the pressure and elevation while traveling.

Answered 9/28/2016

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