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Suggest Treatment For Stabbed Wound In The Chest

I've accidentally stabbed myself in the chest with a craft knife, what do i do? The wound is clean and not bleeding much. The size is approx 1cm length by 2/3 mm deep. my breathing is ok but I've got a kind of indigestion feeling and a slight feeling of pressure.

I'm just a little concerned in case i'm bleeding internally. I've patched it up and it's been about an hour ago now. Am i ok to go to sleep
Fri, 4 Sep 2015
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Hello, welcome to HCM. You are absolutely fine. The wound seems to be deep. it heals on its own but takes lot of time. Also you should take care that it should not be infected. The wound should be cleaned with antiseptic solution like savlon if the knife was soiled.i advice you to take appointment with doctor. with 3-4 sutures and local soframycin like ointment , the chances of getting infection can be avoided. All the organs are fine. Nothing to worry. Take care.
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Suggest Treatment For Stabbed Wound In The Chest

Hello, welcome to HCM. You are absolutely fine. The wound seems to be deep. it heals on its own but takes lot of time. Also you should take care that it should not be infected. The wound should be cleaned with antiseptic solution like savlon if the knife was soiled.i advice you to take appointment with doctor. with 3-4 sutures and local soframycin like ointment , the chances of getting infection can be avoided. All the organs are fine. Nothing to worry. Take care.