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Puncture wounds: First aid

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When to seek emergency help

Get medical help at once if your wound:

  • Keeps bleeding after a few minutes of direct pressure.
  • Is due to an animal or human bite.
  • Is deep and dirty.
  • Is caused by a metal object.
  • Is deep and to the head, neck, scrotum, chest or abdomen.
  • Is over a joint and could be deep.
  • Is due to an assault or attempted suicide.