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Puncture Wound (cont.)

Puncture Wound Symptoms

  • Puncture wounds usually cause pain and mild bleeding at the site of the puncture. It is usually fairly obvious if you are cut. However, small pieces of glass may cause puncture wounds that you may not notice at first.
  • Infection may cause redness, swelling, pus, or watery discharge from a puncture wound that is not noticed or not treated properly.



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