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Blackthorn thorn stuck in calf

2017-06-11 15:26:03
Thorn stuck in calf about 1cm. Pulled out but concerned re infection and not 100% sure all came out. Please advise if medication e.g. Antibiotic required. Washed with salt water and applied savlon. Wound bled quite a bit after removal of thorn. Thanks
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Please Take Inj tetanus toxoid 1 At nearby general physician Clean it with hydrogen peroxide, apply Wokadine cream and dress it Take Tab zerodol sp 6 1 1 Tab pantop 3 1 Cap augmentin 6 625mg 1 1 Reconsult if needed

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