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Small, superfical cuts, less than full skin thickness, can usually be treated with an antibacterial lotion, creme or ointment. They will usually heal after a period of days, watch for redness, swelling and increased pain which are signs of infection. A cut that goes through the full layer of skin, has fat bodies protruding, or where you can visualize structures beneath the skin, should be closed by a doctor, even if the cut appears small. If the patient is hemorrhaging (bleeding excessively), apply direct pressure with a clean cloth and elevate the wound above the level of the heart. Alert Emergency Medical Services immediately.
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∙ 12y agoNo, as long as the bleeding stops within 20 minutes, then you should be okay. Only seek medical attention if either the bleeding doesnt stop, or it is deep, in which case you may require stitches
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