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Getting a splinter in the skin is a nuisance for both children and adults. The splinter is often painful, uncomfortable, and sometimes infectious. The most common types of splashes are wood, glass or metal. In some cases splashes can be removed at home using simple tools or a combination of tools, but splinter fragments deeper in the skin may require more complex technique or medical assistance.

Steps

Method 1 of 4: Use a tool to remove the splinter that is deep in the skin

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   Try tweezers. If a piece of the splinter protrudes from the surface of the skin, try using tweezers to remove it. Choose tweezers with a serrated tip inside. Grasp the end of the splinter and slowly pull it out.
   • Disinfect tweezers before use. Use alcohol or vinegar to wipe the tweezers, boil in water for a few minutes or heat for 1 minute.
   • Wash your hands before trying to remove the splinter.

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   Use a nail clipper to handle a large splinter. If the splinter is thick and difficult to break, you can replace the tweezers with an antiseptic nail clipper. If the splinter is stuck in thick skin and at an awkward angle, press a little bit of the outer skin for easier viewing and handling - you won't feel pain if it's a thick, insensitive area. , such as the heel.
   • Cut the skin parallel to the direction of the splinter.
   • Do not press too deeply to avoid bleeding. A deep wound increases the risk of infection.
   • When using nail clippers or tweezers, you should use your dominant hand if possible (this is not possible if the splinter is on the dominant hand), for easier handling and handling.

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   Use the needle to let the splinter loosen. If the splinter is deep below the skin, you can use an antiseptic needle or pin to lift part of the splinter to the surface of the skin. Poke a small hole into the skin above the splinter tip closest to the skin's surface. Try to lift the splinter with the tip of the needle so that you can use tweezers or a nail clipper to clamp it.
   • Don't try to use the needle to open the entire splinter deep in the skin - you could injure further and risk breaking the splinter.

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   Consider using an ointment. Ointment is an antiseptic that helps remove splashes deep in the skin by lubricating them and letting them "float" out.Apply ointment to the wound, and wait about a day for the splinter to be pushed out. During that time you should re-bandage. Be patient while you wait for the ointment to work.
   • One popular brand name is Ichthammol (black ointment), available at non-prescription pharmacies.
   • The ointment has a greasy feel and sometimes an unpleasant odor.
   • In most cases, the ointment will only push the splinter to the surface of the skin - you will still need to pull it out with tweezers.

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   Try using baking soda to treat your wound. Baking soda is not only a good antiseptic, but also helps slow bleeding and pull the splinter close to the surface of the skin. If the splinter is a piece of glass, metal, or plastic, soak the wound for about an hour in a basin of warm water mixed with a few teaspoons of baking soda. If it's a wood splinter, you can make a baking soda paste with a little water and apply it to the wound. Cover and leave overnight.
   • You will need to use tweezers or a nail clipper to remove the splinter from the skin.
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Method 2 of 4: Take care of the wound after removing the splinter

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   Stop bleeding. If the wound is bleeding after removing the splinter, apply pressure with a cotton ball. Hold for a few minutes or until the bleeding stops.

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   Disinfect the wound. After removing the splinter, pay attention to cleaning the small stab. Wash with warm water and soap, then pat dry with a clean cloth and wipe with alcohol swab. Alcohol is a very good antiseptic, but white vinegar, iodine, and hydrogen peroxide are also effective.
   • If you don't have an alcohol pad, you can use a clean cotton swab and dip it in alcohol to clean the wound.
   • You will feel pain when you apply the alcohol, but it only lasts for a while.

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   Apply antibiotic ointment. Antibiotic ointments like Neosporin are effective against infections. Apply a small amount of ointment to the infected wound. You can buy an antibiotic ointment or cream from any pharmacy near you.

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   Dressing. After washing and disinfecting, let the wound dry completely. Cover with a bandage to avoid irritation and dirt. You can remove the dressing after a day or two. advertisement

Method 3 of 4: Caution

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   Avoid squeezing the splinter. This may be your first instinct, but don't squeeze around the edge of the wound to try to push the splinter. This rarely works, and you can even break the splinter and cause more damage.

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   Keep the wood splinter dry. If you are a wood splinter, keep it from getting wet. The splinter can become sag when you pull it out and leave many smaller pieces deep in the skin.

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   Wash your hands when removing splinter. Do not let the small wound become infected. Like tools that must be disinfected, you should also wash your hands with soap and water before touching the wound. Rub the antibacterial soap for at least 30 seconds and rinse thoroughly.

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   Take out the splinter, intact. Make sure not to break or leave any debris in the skin, as this can increase the risk of infection. Be sure to pull the sash out at the correct angle as it hits to reduce the risk of breaking. Rarely does a splinter penetrate the skin at a 90 ° angle.

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   Watch for signs of infection. The infection can occur with any type of splinter, any area of ​​skin and any depth, so be watched for a few days after removing the splinter. Common signs of infection include swelling, redness, pain, pus, a feeling of numbness, and a tingling sensation around the wound.
   • Signs of more serious infection manifest throughout the body, including fever, nausea, night sweats, body aches, headache, and delirium. In this case, seek immediate medical attention.
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Method 4 of 4: Know when to seek medical help

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   Seek medical attention if home remedies have not been successful. If you are unable to remove the splinter despite trying home remedies, see your doctor within a few days for help removing the splinter. Do not let the splinter stay in the skin.
   • If the splinter breaks or breaks, you need to see a doctor to remove the debris.

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   Seek medical help for deep or bleeding wounds. See a doctor if the splinter is causing the wound to still bleed without stopping after 5 minutes of compression. In this case, it may be necessary to remove the splinter with a special tool.
   • If it is necessary to use a scalpel to remove the splinter from the skin, the doctor will use a local anesthetic to numb the area before the procedure.
   • Large wounds may need stitches to close the mouth after the splinter has been removed.

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   See your doctor to treat the splinter under your nail. If the splinter is deep under the fingernail or toenail, you may not be able to remove it yourself. It can hurt you more if you try to do this. Your doctor can safely remove part of your nail and pull out the splinter.
   • The nail will then grow out normally.

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   Call 911 if the splinter is in or near the eye. If anything gets in the eye, cover your injured eye and call 911 immediately. Do not try to remove the object - you can damage your eyes and damage your vision. Try to close both eyes until you get help so that the injured eye will move as little as possible. advertisement

Advice

• Wood splashes, spikes, and other plant parts cause more irritation and inflammation than glass, metal, or plastic splashes.
• Use a magnifying glass if the splinter is too small and difficult to see. Ask someone for a magnifying glass if you find it difficult.