Metal rod injury, what do?
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I tripped at work and my inner thigh fell on a metal rod which went into my leg 3 or 4 inches in.
I can't see a doctor. I think I still have tetanus shot. Washed wound with hydrogen peroxide. Treated with Betadine. Applied antibiotic cream. Placed a bandage. Taking anti-inflammatory pills. So far it's only swollen.
Should I do anything else?
>>17006257
So you have a stab wound? Have you thought about going to the doctor instead of saying you can't go see a doctor?
Why can't you see a doctor..? If you were at work, you could force your boss to pay for work injuries . If need be, sue. Lawyers love that shit.
Was the rod fairly sterilized ? I.e. Not a random 10 year old rod sticking out of the ground .
Get workman's comp and see a doctor, you fucking mongoloid.
>>17006257
yes, let's please hear your excuse as to why you can't see a doctor. I'm sure it's much more serious than the gangrene you're about to get.
Is it possible that I won't be able to prove the injury was at work?
>>17006257
Let the wound "breathe" regularly. Don't keep it air tight except when washing the area around it.
>>17006841
>>17006257
That's going to need to be irrigated and properly dressed or you risk a deep infection. The worst case is you lose your leg or die from septecemia. Best case is nothing happens.
>>17006257
Your employer is required by law to take you to medical care - in this case probably emergency room - and pay for it. Why didn't that happen?