i stepped on a tiny piece of glass....should i wash the bottom of my foot, use hydrogen peroxide? i tried to get it out with tweezers but part of it is still in there. please help :(
2007-05-24 12:42:28 · 4 answers · asked by SweetChildofMine 2 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Skin Conditions
Best if someone takes it out.
You might want to see your doctor to get this done. If it remains it can be a focus of infection (not to mention a constant irritation whenever you try and stand/walk).
You might also be up for a Tetanus shot.
2007-05-24 12:47:22 · answer #1 · answered by Orinoco 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have had this happen to me. First you need to wash the wound with soap and water and cover the wound with a soft covering such as rolled gauze. You will need to go to your doctor or hospital . When I tried to pull mine out it broke off as well. The doctor had to remove the remaining piece and I received an antibiotic. If your tetanus shot is not up to date, you will need that as well. Hope you feel better!
2007-05-24 15:22:23 · answer #2 · answered by Penny D 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i am totally in sync with you. the same thing happened to me. i stepped on a tiny piece of glass i couldn't get out myself, so i went to the emergency room and they had to surgically remove it. for you though, i would suggest going to the doctor.
2007-05-24 13:01:29 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Soak it in hot water. It will work itself out, or at the very least, work itself out enough to give you something to tweeze.
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After that, if it's a tiny little sliver, try coating the area with Elmers Glue (yes, really). Let it set for about 20-30 minutes, and then peel it off.
Hope it helps...
2007-05-24 12:53:31 · answer #4 · answered by NY123 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋