I got a really deep cut, what to do

Should I go to the doctor if I accidently cut myself really deep about 15 hours ago and all the bleeding has stopped? The hole is gaping open and I can see inside of it. The only thing I'm worried about is it getting infected but I'm already taking antibiotics for something else, so would those help?

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Dont Go, The AntiBiotics Help 0
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The AntiBiotics Could Help, But Still Go 4
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  • Go to the doctor if the wound is that deep. Where is the wound located? The doc will determine if additional antibiotics are needed.

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  • SirChazwickEsquire

    You may need stitches. Pouring sea salt into the wound should help kill any diseases......

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    • mrbrownfinger3

      Don't put salt in a wound, vinegar is better.

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      • _Mehhhh_

        I would use DILUTED anti-septic disinfectant. About 1 litre of warm water with 1-2 bottle caps/lids of the disinfectant mixed in should do the job.

        Do NOT ever apply un-diluted antiseptic disinfectant to your skin though, it'll burn. Some light tingling is ok, not burning.

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        • Idiots

          SirChazwick has anal sex with homeless men on a regular basis. This particular account wouldn't be able to comment adequately on this particular topic.

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          • SirChazwickEsquire

            Actually that happened one time in 2010.

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        • I poured bleach into it, I think it worked thanks for all the feedback

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          • Ellenna

            Bleach? Bet that hurt

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            • mrbrownfinger3

              If it didn't hurt, you've not done it properly. Do it again, maybe use a toothbrush to get inside the cut.

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  • sarahJackson

    You should be able to come to your own decision like this without asking the internet for help.

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  • mathewdavis133

    IF you have a cut really deep, then go to the hospital to get it stitched and get some antibiotics. The worst can happen is that a deep wound can get infected and cause a lot of problems which can lead to TSS. ( toxic shock syndrome.)

    It' also important to get it cleaned and please don't cut yourself.

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    • It has mostly fixed itself now, I didn't go to the doctor as I have some really bad social anxiety and I thought it was worth the risk. I just kept it bandaged and clean. And I didn't cut myself I accidently banged my arm really hard against something sharp and pointy lol

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