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Everytime i use a nail cutter and cut my toe nails. i end up cutting myself and it bleeds. how do i stop bleeding quickly and prevention from future?
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Apply pressure: Apply direct pressure until it stops bleeding. To prevent it in the future take great care when cutting your nails and be careful.
Answered 12/30/2016
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