At-Home Rx : Hold injured area under cool or warm running water for a few minutes to flush away dirt. Wash gently with soap, apply over-the-counter antibiotic ointment, and cover with a bandage. Exsmine wound and change dressing at least once a day.
Call The Doctor If: Bleeding doesn't stop within five to ten
minutes, wound doesn't improve in two to three days, or redness spreads. Any odor, or an unusual color, can also be a sign of infection.
