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Act Quickly to Avoid Infection:

 How to Clean a Cut Hand?

Did you know that the most dangerous place to be injured is right in your own home?

In fact, people frequently injure themselves while cooking, cleaning, doing DIY, or working in the garden. You also put yourself at risk for a cut hand if you use sharp objects. In this blog post, we'll discuss what you should do if you cut your hand and how to clean it. We'll also discuss when to go to an emergency room and when to call 911--or if you can treat the injury at home. When in doubt, however, you should always consult a doctor to have the wound examined. Infections can appear quickly and cause more problems than you might think. Untreated cuts can result in scars at best, and limb or finger-threatening injuries at worst. Continue reading for more information on how to treat a cut hand.

What Not to Do If You Have a Cut Hand?

There are many myths about what to do if you cut or burn your skin and how to clean it. Some of these may be aided by the Internet, while others may be old wives' tales that have somehow stuck with people--and still others may appear to be common sense. However, some of these suggestions are detrimental to healing. Let's look at what you shouldn't do if you cut your hand below.

1. Apply Butter to Your Wound:

This is a common misconception about burns. However, if your burn is severe enough, you may have bloody or exposed skin, and you may be tempted to rub butter into it. Butter can harbor a variety of bacteria, especially if it's been sitting out in the fridge for a while. It can also trap heat, making a burn worse rather than better.

2. Apply Alcohol to the Wound:

There is a widespread misconception that rubbing alcohol on a wound is beneficial. People believe that it disinfects the wound and helps prevent infection, but this is not true.Alcohol does nothing to help clean the wound and will irritate your skin. If you rub it in the wound, it will sting and be somewhat painful. Instead, you should use antiseptic.

3. Do Not Cover a Wound:

If you have a cut on your hand, you might be tempted to remove the bandage to "give the wound air." This actually contradicts what you should be doing, which is to cover up the wound. Giving the wound air" causes the wound to dry out and some of the cells to die. When you cover your wound, it heals faster because it provides a "safe space" for cells to regrow.

4. Assume that a scab indicates that your wound is healing:

Did you cut your hand and decide it's fine now that it's scabbed over? A doctor may remove a scab in some cases because the scab itself is trapping infection and damaged tissue, delaying the wound's ability to heal.. If your wound still looks bad after it has scabbed over, you should see a doctor to ensure that no further damage has occurred.

5. Remove Dirt from the Wound:

This can lead to further infection from the dirt on your hands. Use an antiseptic to clean a minor wound, or go to your nearest urgent care or emergency room.

6. Do Not Clean a Minor Wound:

Is there no dirt in the wound? Don't take it for granted that it's clean. Pour antiseptic over the wound, or soak a cotton ball or gauze in it and rub it on the wound.

7. Attempt to Remove an Object Stuck in the Wound:

When working with sharp objects, it is possible to accidentally lodge something in your hand. Furthermore, if you fall and have an accident outside, debris may become lodged in the newly acquired wound.. Don't try to remove anything from a wound in your hand. This can lead to further infection or damage. Instead, go to the nearest emergency room for further evaluation. Your doctor will be able to treat the wound and determine whether the object that has become lodged in it can cause further infection.

8. Inhale Into the Wound:

Your breath can actually increase the wound's susceptibility to infection. Rather, keep your nose and mouth away from the wound.

9. Make an Attempt to Clean a Large Wound:

If the wound is small, antiseptic will be sufficient to clean it. However, if the wound is severe, you should avoid cleaning it. Instead, cover the wound with something clean, preferably unused gauze, and wait for help or to be taken to the emergency room.

What to Do If Your Hand Is Cut and How to Clean It?

Now that you know what not to do if you cut your hand, let's talk about what you should do to help it heal.

1. Examine the Situation:

This is obviously difficult if you have just cut yourself. You might be concerned about the pain or the volume of blood. However, determining what to do next requires assessing the injury.If the wound is minor, you can begin self-care. If it is large or you believe a finger or your hand may fall off as a result, call 911 right away.

2. Apply Pressure to a Bleeding Wound:

The first thing you should do if your wound is bleeding is to apply pressure. This is best done with something clean. An unused gauze is preferable, but if you're on the go, a piece of cloth or clothing will suffice. To avoid infection, keep it as clean as possible.Raise your hand above your heart to assist in stopping the bleeding. If necessary, keep it elevated for the entire 10 minutes.

3. Consult a physician If your wound is still bleeding after 10 minutes, contact your doctor:

If you cannot stop the bleeding within 10 minutes, seek medical attention. Call 911 if the bleeding is severe. If the bleeding is not severe but does not stop after 10 minutes, you can go to the emergency room on your own if you are at ease.If you are unsure about driving, call an ambulance.

What Should You Do If You Cut Your Finger?

Slicing off a finger is extremely painful, but it does happen. We recommend that you know what to do if you or a loved one accidentally slices your finger and it is amputated completely or partially.

In this case, don't try to clean it; instead, follow these instructions.

1. Call 911:

This may seem obvious, but it can be difficult to think clearly at the moment. If you are not the person who has had their finger fully or partially amputated, call 911 as soon as you begin first aid. We'll go over what you should do, but they may also be able to help you over the phone in your specific situation.

2. Stop the bleeding:

In this situation, your first priority should be to stop the bleeding. Too much blood loss can jeopardise your chances of having your digit reattached. Apply pressure, raise your hand above your head, and if possible, use a tourniquet. Wrap it around your finger as tightly as possible to reduce blood loss.

3. Locate the Thumb or Finger:

If you or the person you're with has cut their finger off completely, you must bring it in with you. Finding it is the first and most important step, according to doctors.

4. Wrap your finger:

Wrap gauze or a damp rag around the finger or thumb. Doctors advise you to put this in a plastic bag. They also suggest getting another plastic bag and filling it with ice or an ice pack. Place the plastic bag containing the finger in that bag.

5. Go to the hospital's emergency room:

It is critical to get to the emergency room as soon as possible in order to reattach a lost finger. Doctors at the University of Utah estimate an eight-hour window for reattaching the digit.The likelihood of reattaching the finger or thumb depends on a number of factors, but it is estimated that you have a 50/50 chance of success.