Skin 911

Do you need to head to the ER stat- or can you wait
it out?
STAY! Most cuts can be treated at home. Hold under
cool running water; use soap and a washcloth to clean
the area. Leave uncovered unless it could get rubbed
or dirty.
GO! Your cut is still bleeding after 20 minutes of pressure.
STAY! You have a red and painful or blistering burn that's
less than 2 or 3 inches in diameter. Hold it under cool
running water for up to 15 minutes, apply antibiotic
ointment, and wrap it in gauze.
GO! You've got a burn that's larger than 3 inches, or
white or charred skin that doesn't hurt.
-Health Magazine, December 2012