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I cut myself, worried it might be infected. what can i do?
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See below: Clean the cut with soap and water then with an antiseptic and cover it with a bandaid. Signs of infection would be the development of reddness, swelling and pain. If these develop see your doctor.
Answered 3/28/2013
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