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Have punctual wounds from a gate around my ankle should i go to the emergency room?

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Dr. Scott Keith answered

Specializes in Podiatry

Wash and Watch.: As long as you are in pretty good health with no real heath issues, You can probably get away with home treatment. Wash it and apply topical antibiotic. Apply a dressing as necessary. If the wound shows signs of unusual inflammation, then have it treated by a professional.

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Answered 6/27/2015

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