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If i am now cut on my thumb. it's bleeding really bad. help!?

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Direct pressure: Put pressure on the bleeding area with your other hand. Use something absorbtive to soak up the blood. You have both hands occupied now have someone drive you to urgent care or er to see if it needs stitches or other treatment.

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Answered 8/11/2013

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