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Is It Safe To Apply Hydrogen Peroxide On Punctured Wound?

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Posted on Tue, 18 Aug 2015
Question: Hi, I punctured my palm with a broken glass. I cleaned the wound with cold water and have determined that there isn't any glass in the wound. Presently I have wrapped my palm with ice. The bleeding has stopped. Is there a topical support h as hydrogen peroxide or benadryl that would help?
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Answered by Dr. Chobufo Ditah (15 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
There is no need for that at this time!

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

I am so sorry to hear about this accident. At this time, no drug is needed. My only concern is whether your vaccines are up to date especially against tetanus. If you are good, there is nothing else to be concerned about. Get some pain medications such as Tylenol/Ibuprofen and all will be fine. Also, you may want to send a picture of the wound to me for review.

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I wish you well and let me know what your thoughts are. If you ahem further questions and need clarifications, do not forget to talk to me.
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Is It Safe To Apply Hydrogen Peroxide On Punctured Wound?

Brief Answer: There is no need for that at this time! Detailed Answer: Hi, I am so sorry to hear about this accident. At this time, no drug is needed. My only concern is whether your vaccines are up to date especially against tetanus. If you are good, there is nothing else to be concerned about. Get some pain medications such as Tylenol/Ibuprofen and all will be fine. Also, you may want to send a picture of the wound to me for review. To upload an image, simply click on the link to upload a file and follow the instructions. If this proves difficult, please send the image by mail to YYYY@YYYY and request that the image should be uploaded to your query. I wish you well and let me know what your thoughts are. If you ahem further questions and need clarifications, do not forget to talk to me.