Small cuts

SMALL CUTS
Small cuts are common among active young adults. Most will stop bleeding quickly and will not require the use of factor therapy.
To treat cuts and scrapes:
If superficial:
• Clean the area with soap and water
• Apply pressure for 5-10 minutes.
• Apply ice wrapped in a cloth (Fibrin sealant/glue may be applied, but presently not available in India
If deeper
• Clean the wound
• Apply firm pressure, bandage if necessary
• Infuse factor concentrate 10 units/kg
• Suture one hour later (it is important that suturing should be done only after infusing factor concentrates)
• Antibiotics for 5 days