My little toe is bleeding... bumped into a metal bar !?

Question

Do I have to go to the hospital for that injection, It's not very deep (I think)... ?

Answer 1

unless it is a deep gash you probably do not need a tetanus shot or stitches
but stitches can only be applied within the first 8-12 hours of injury

clean the area with peroxide solution that is diluted 1/2 peroxide and 1/2 water
never use just peroxide without diluting it as it will damage the surrounding skin
dry carefully and you could apply a little otc antibiotic ointment
if you must cover it use a small gauze bandage not a bandaid
a bandaid will only make the area moist and you want to keep it clean and dry as bacteria grows in moist mediums
leave the toe exposed to air as much as possible to aid in healing
if it is broken it might turn purple and even if it isn't it might be painful for a while but there is nothing a hospital will do for a small toe fracture
you can elevate it to reduce swelling and pressure to the area
but watch it carefully for signs of increased redness swelling or discharge which signals it is infected
then you need to see a doctor
usually this is more painful than serious

Answer 2

I wouldn't think so. Just wash it good and keep it clean. Maybe apply a bandaid if it will stick. However, if it starts puffing up, turning red/purple, feels hot, very tender or throbbing, then by all means go to the dr. because that means it's infected or the bone is broken.

Answer 3

Pour some peroxide over it to disenfect.

You can place a bandaid over it to prevent more infection.
If it shows signs of a serious, discoloration, infection, see a doc.