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For proper wound care, treat with wound an antiseptic ointment such as Neosporin prior to application.

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Use a wash cloth to remove any dirt. If the wound re-bleeds a little, that may help remove germs. Use an antibiotic ointment (such as Polysporin). No prescription is needed. Then, cover with a bandage ...

Any open wound that may need sutures should be seen as soon as possible. Ideally, they should be checked and closed within 6 hours. Reason: to prevent wound infections. There is no cutoff, however, ...