How can I treat a deep cut on my hand at home?

What Should I Do for Cuts?

1. Apply direct pressure until bleeding stops.
2. Remove rings and bracelets that may slow blood flow or compress nerves if swelling happens later.
3. Clean area with warm water and soap.
4. Apply antibiotic ointment and a sterile bandage.
5. Apply ice and elevate hand to reduce swelling.

How do you treat a severed finger?

If your fingertip is completely cut off, do the following:

1. Gently clean the amputated part with water or, if possible, with sterile saline solution.
2. Cover it in a moistened gauze wrap.
3. Place it in a watertight bag.
4. Place the bag on ice in a sealed container or another watertight bag.

How long does it take for a finger cut to heal?

If you’ve treated a finger cut at home and there are no signs of infection or bleeding problems, you can let healing take its course. Check the injury and change the dressing twice a day, or more often if it gets wet or dirty. If the cut isn’t starting to heal within 24 hours or showing signs of infection, get medical help soon.

How do you treat a cut on the inside of finger?

Treat with antibiotic ointment. Carefully apply an over-the-counter (OTC) antibiotic cream, such as bacitracin, to minor cuts. If the cut is deep or wide, go to the ER. Cover the wound. Cover the cut with an adhesive dressing or other sterile, compressive dressing. Don’t wrap the finger too tightly so that blood flow is completely cut off.

How do you put a bandage on a broken finger?

Apply a Bandage. When applying an adhesive bandage, never touch the pad. Peel off one side of the protective covering and attach it to the finger. Wrap the bandage around the finger and remove the other covering as you go.

What to do if a finger is bleeding from a finger?

Try to keep the injured figure above your heart as much as possible until the bleeding stops. Apply pressure. Hold a clean cloth or bandage securely around the finger. Gentle pressure in addition to elevation may be needed to stop the bleeding. A minor cut that’s cleaned and covered quickly should heal properly.

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