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Been feeling really down lately&have cut myself on my thigh it's really sore and i don't no what to do. how do i prevent the cuts getting infected?

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Dr. Kitonga Kiminyo answered

Wound: Dilute hydrogen peroxide or hibiclense soap solution twice a day and apply anti bacterial ointment after for a week. If redness or pain worsens then see ID physician

Answered 3/15/2015

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A member asked:

Been feeling really down lately&have cut myself on my thigh it's really sore and i don't no what to do. how do i prevent the cuts getting infected?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Kitonga Kiminyo answered

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