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I just cut my thumb while opening a can. the cut is only about 1/2cm long, but it is fairly deep. it doesn't hurt very much. what should i do?
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Pressure and tetanus: That's a small cut. Keep pressure on it and wash with soap and water. If you haven't had a tetanus shot in 10 years you should get one.
Answered 3/18/2017
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