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Cut myself with a knife and it wont stop bleeding. what do i do?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Bleeding: Apply direct pressure with a clean cloth. If you can't get the bleeing under control after 20 minutes you may need medical care. Do you know what your tetanus status is?

Dr Sandler agreed

Answered 6/21/2013

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A member asked:

Cut myself with a knife and it wont stop bleeding. what do i do?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Dr Sandler agreed

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