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How can i tell if a cut is infected or not? lets just say i have several cuts on my body... and a few of them don't look too good. how can i tell if they are infected or not? the cuts are still open, and some look yellow, and some are more purple. they al

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Infections : Infections usually spreads and might start to drain pus. It is also very painful.

Answered 10/3/2016

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Red, pain, or pus: That's the basics - if they're red, painful, or draining, that'd be concerning for infection. The thing that I am concerned about is that you have several cuts on your body. Be safe, get help if you need it.

Answered 9/16/2013

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A member asked:

How can i tell if a cut is infected or not? lets just say i have several cuts on my body... and a few of them don't look too good. how can i tell if they are infected or not? the cuts are still open, and some look yellow, and some are more purple. they al

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