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HAVING A WOUND ON MY KNEE DUE TO A MINOR
Yesterday I met with a minor accident which caused injury on my knee.
I am using Mupirocin ointment over it.
And I am also using hot water over it.
I have bought megaclox tablet to avoid any bacterial infection.
I am also attaching an image of the wound.
Please suggest.
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Although the wound looks like a grazed abrasion, its important to know what caused the accident.
Not all abrasions require antimicrobial agents. Unnecessary antimicrobial abuse only promotes resistance.
Hot fomentation is not advised.
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I would advise you to visit the nearest clinic/healthcare center and take a tetanus shot (if you haven't in the past 10 years), and while you're there, consult a doctor as well.
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Don't apply hot water on the wound. Use ice.
Don't take any antibiotics without consulting first. Apply the ointment and cover it and daily dressing for 3-5 days is necessary.
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