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Is it possible to cut yourself on your arm really deep and not need stitches?

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Yes: If a laceration is 'deep' into the underlying tissue, but the length of the wound is very short (like a puncture), there may not be a reason to suture the overlying skin...A topical bandage may suffice. The wound should be examined for damage to underlying tussues.

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Answered 11/27/2017

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