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A member asked:
I cut my big toe on a rock in the river. it didn't bleed a lot, butwent blue under the surface. its a 11/2 inches long cut. do i need stitches?
5 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
U have 24 hrs: From the time of the cut to get stitches.After that, they don't help much.Make sure u r up to date with tetanus vaccination, keep it clean and dry.Ig gets infected , c ur doc.
Answered 6/20/2015
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If not: Bleeding then doubt you need stitches but be on alert for sign of infection. If doesn't start to heal within 2-3days may need stitches.
Answered 10/6/2016
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Better safe: Get it checked out, flushed, and then your pcp can decide if you need antibiotics and stitches. Better safe than sorry.
Answered 8/21/2013
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