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What happens if i get a puncture wound on my foot?
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Bad wounds: Puncture wound in the foot could be dangerous, should be checked by physician.
Answered 7/20/2012
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Puncture wound foot: Wash the area with warm, soapy water; cover with bandage; go to doc/er for definitive treatment. If cause of puncture was dirty/rusty & you haven't had tetanus booster within 10 years, you will receive one (unless allergic to it) probably as a dapt (includes booster for diphtheria & pertussis). Probably will receive antibiotics since punctures prone to infection.
Answered 2/15/2012
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