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