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I cut my leg deeply while shaving. it is yellowish white now and oozes at times. what should i do? what is the best way to care for the wound?
6 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
Laceration: When did you cut it? Is it deep enough for stitches (which would speed healing)? Have u had a tetanus booster within 10 years? Wash with hot soapy water; pat dry; apply antibiotic ointment, non-stick pad, & dressing over it all. Change dressing daily. If there is increasing redness/heat/pain/pus or red streaks, see pcp for treatment of infection.
Answered 8/18/2013
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See md: Better check with doctor right away to see if infected. Keep it covered and clean until you get there probably should cover it with gauze to absorb the drainage.
Answered 9/28/2016
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Local hygiene: Wash it with soap and water. Dry it. Apply antibiotic ointment to the wound. Cover it with a dressing. If you a compression sock this will help the drainage. Check your tetanus status. Go see your doctor.
Answered 8/18/2013
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