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How Can Bleeding And Numbness In The Feet Caused By Stepping In Broken Glass Be Managed?

I broke a glass table bout a quarter inch thick and a piece of the glass cut the right side of my 2nd toe, towards the nail. I have it wrapped and elevated, bleeding seems to have stopped, but when I put my foot down, starts bleeding, and it feels a bit numb, I really can t afford to go to er, what should I do?
Tue, 8 Jan 2019
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Hello,

Consult a general surgeon and get evaluated. Wound has to be cleaned thoroughly and suturing must be done if it is a large wound. You have to get a tetanus shot also. A short course of antibiotics may be stated to prevent wound infection.

Hope I have answered your queries. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Take care

Regards,
Dr Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician
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How Can Bleeding And Numbness In The Feet Caused By Stepping In Broken Glass Be Managed?

Hello, Consult a general surgeon and get evaluated. Wound has to be cleaned thoroughly and suturing must be done if it is a large wound. You have to get a tetanus shot also. A short course of antibiotics may be stated to prevent wound infection. Hope I have answered your queries. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician