How to Tell if My Wound Is Infected
Nearly everyone has experienced getting a cut or wound at some point in their lives. It’s an injury in which either an external or internal tissue, mostly the skin that …
Lacerations
Cuts and lacerations vary in severity, and while minor ones can often be treated at home with basic first aid, some require immediate medical attention. Cuts and lacerations might be considered medical emergencies if it is large, gaping, deep wound or experiences uncontrolled bleeding. If the cut or laceration exposes deeper structures like tendons, muscles, or bone, this is also a medical emergency.
Medical Emergency Protocol
Today, we live in an unpredictable world, and it appears to be getting even more unpredictable. We can’t know in advance when we will get sick or have an accidental …
Is My Cut An Emergency?
Accidents happen and when cuts are certain traits, emergency care should be sought out. If your cut is really deep enough that you can see fat or muscle in the …