f1freak 0 #1 May 1, 2005 ok, around 6:30 tonight i ripped a 6 month old scar open on my ankle. I can see the plate or a screw or something silver. anyway, i have been trying to get it to quit bleeding but it's just not stopping..... ok, it's not like spurting out, but it just keeps bleeding. I really dont want to spend the 100 bucks on an er visit....HAVE FUN... ...JUST DONT DIE Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
swedishcelt 0 #2 May 1, 2005 Well... since the dz.com medical forum isn't running yet I would suggest a REAL Dr.'s advice or an er visit. (JOKE of COURSE!!!) Bleeding that won't stop or $100.00. I know which one I would choose. Why are you asking us??? Go see a damn Dr. Please. Or call the on call one for advice at least. Jeesh. You should know better!!! Take care!!!! I am not saying this to be mean but because I care. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gravitymaster 0 #3 May 1, 2005 Quoteok, around 6:30 tonight i ripped a 6 month old scar open on my ankle. I can see the plate or a screw or something silver. anyway, i have been trying to get it to quit bleeding but it's just not stopping..... ok, it's not like spurting out, but it just keeps bleeding. I really dont want to spend the 100 bucks on an er visit.... Just do a couple of shots of tequila, whip out the sewing kit and fix it yourself. Only pussy's would go to the ER for something they could fix at home. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
antifnsocial 0 #4 May 1, 2005 QuoteI can see the plate or a screw or something silver. anyway, i have been trying to get it to quit bleeding but it's just not stopping..... ok, it's not like spurting out, but it just keeps bleeding. I really dont want to spend the 100 bucks on an er visit.... omg Dear dumbass, go to Dr. Said w/ love and worry. Please feel free to reply to my posts and pm's, but only if you're smart enough to understand what they really mean. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bigorangemd 0 #5 May 1, 2005 Wrap it as tightly as possible with gauze. If it doesn't stop you may need to get it seen. Minor med if they are open in your area will be faster. If it stops, see the doc who put in the metal because exposed hardware will need to be seen about so it doesn't cause infection. Good luck! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Muenkel 0 #6 May 1, 2005 Travis, I'm sure you've heard the phrase "penny wise, pound foolish." open wound + bacteria everywhere = infection. Which then equals even more money for meds to fight the infection. Do the right thing, buddy. Chris _________________________________________ Chris Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DrunkMonkey 0 #7 May 1, 2005 Concur w/the rest here. Would you prefer sepsis to fewer jump tix? Do you have insurance? Go. You're at risk for losing the appendage. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
aprilcat 0 #8 May 1, 2005 Howzitgoinoverdere?~~April Camelot II, the Electric Boogaloo! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pleifer 0 #9 May 1, 2005 Do you have duct tape, super glue and a pocket knife? Ok McGyver now, Git 'er done! _________________________________________ The Angel of Duh has spoke Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
billvon 2,991 #10 May 1, 2005 > I can see the plate or a screw or something silver. >anyway, i have been trying to get it to quit bleeding but it's just not >stopping..... It's probably a good idea to to the hospital. The bleeding is actually a good thing. Your body cannot mount an effective immune response around metallic objects in your body; it can't tell self from non-self and that screws it up. In some cases, like implants with polymer components, the immune system may eventually decide that the implant is the infection and attack it. Needless to say this would be bad. Anyway, the constant flow of blood might just be keeping bacteria out. If they do enter, and find a hospitable place in the implant where they are sheltered from your immune system, then you could end up with a case of MRSA (an antibiotic resistant strain of bacteria) that could lead to anything from a long, painful recovery to amputation. But it's up to you. Here's a thing from the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons about it if you're interested: --------------------- Infection complicating internal fixation of fractures is a serious complication that is difficult to treat. Whenever metallic devices are implanted in vivo, successful biointegration requires that host cells colonize the highly reactive implant surface. Bacteria such as staphylococci can also become adherent to metallic or polymeric implants and will compete with host cells for colonization of the implant surface. Once adherent, these bacteria form a biofilm and undergo phenotypic changes that make them resistant to the normal host immune response as well as to antibiotics. Furthermore, metallic implants themselves cause specific deficits in the function of the local immune system that may render the host response to infection inadequate. Any associated soft-tissue injury causes even greater impairment of local immune function. Despite the potentially detrimental impact of internal fixation, fracture stability is of paramount importance in achieving fracture union and in preventing infection. It has been demonstrated in animal models that contaminated fractures without internal fixation develop clinical infection more commonly than similar fractures treated with internal fixation at the time of colonization. Because of the potential for infection whenever internal fixation is utilized, appropriate prophylactic antibiotic coverage for staphylococci and Gram-negative organisms should be provided. Open wounds and severely damaged soft tissues require aggressive management so that a viable soft-tissue envelope is maintained around the implant. Host factors such as smoking and malnourishment should be corrected. Early diagnosis and aggressive treatment of implant-related infection with antibiotics, debridement, and maintenance of stable internal fixation are essential to successful treatment. --------------------- Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MikeForsythe 0 #11 May 1, 2005 Quotethen you could end up with a case of MRSA (an antibiotic resistant strain of bacteria) that could lead to anything from a long, painful recovery to amputation.Of all of the post, you had better listen to Bill's. A MRSA infection can kill you. It cost my grandfather his leg then his life!Time and pressure will always show you who a person really is! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Spizzzarko 0 #12 May 1, 2005 DIRECT Pressure and something cold on it, like Ice in a plastic bag. Go to the DR, and try to keep the woulnd as clean as possible. It may be painfull to clean it now, but it's less painfull than an infection. Go to the DR, and go to the DR. I don't know if anyone has mentioned it buit you may want to go to the Doctor. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Frenchy68 0 #13 May 1, 2005 I suggest amputating above the elbow. If that doesn't help, go to the hospital. "For once you have tasted Absinthe you will walk the earth with your eyes turned towards the gutter, for there you have been and there you will long to return." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wingnut 0 #14 May 1, 2005 QuoteI suggest amputating above the elbow. If that doesn't help, go to the hospital did ya know if you get a cut on your head and can't stop the bleeding, you should aply a turniqet arond the neck!! with a material thatwilllet you get it nice and tight, like piano wire!!!!! i swear it's the truth,,,, er wait, maybe it was that you shouldn't, oh well i guess if i'm wrong i'll find out.... ______________________________________ "i have no reader's digest version" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
justinb138 0 #15 May 1, 2005 Don't worry! All bleeding stops.....eventually..... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
justaflygirl 0 #16 May 1, 2005 Travis...dont make me get wicked with you...you have better gone to the doc!!! I was gonna get on to you for not being at the dz yesterday, I mean I did owe you a drink.... but this is a good excuse... I hope it gets better! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lindsey 0 #17 May 1, 2005 100 bucks??? lol...heh. Seriously....hope you got seen. That big silver fomite's could be a life or limb threatening thing.... linz-- A conservative is just a liberal who's been mugged. A liberal is just a conservative who's been to jail Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
f1freak 0 #18 May 1, 2005 I did go to the hospital, the just cleaned and wrapped it. I will watch it for sure...HAVE FUN... ...JUST DONT DIE Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
antifnsocial 0 #19 May 1, 2005 Good. I know you probably regret the money but when you said you could see metal it could have been REALLY bad. We just want you to be safe and healthy. Please feel free to reply to my posts and pm's, but only if you're smart enough to understand what they really mean. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
f1freak 0 #20 May 1, 2005 That was weird to look at while they were cleaning it, the metal right under my skin at that point. HAVE FUN... ...JUST DONT DIE Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Snowwhite 0 #21 May 1, 2005 QuoteDo you have duct tape, super glue and a pocket knife? Ok McGyver now, Git 'er done! Hey, just do like they did in the old west. Pull a hair out of the horses tail, thread the needle and VOILA! PS, try to pull the hair that is on the top of the tail, not underneath...skydiveTaylorville.org freefallbeth@yahoo.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
slug 1 #22 May 1, 2005 QuoteThat was weird to look at while they were cleaning it, the metal right under my skin at that point. Did the medical folks say anything about the metal (bling bling)? Maybe they missed it R.I.P. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nightingale 0 #23 May 1, 2005 If your insurance will cover a trip to urgent care rather than the ER, you could go there for your regular co-pay office cost. That's what I do unless I know I'm gonna need an x-ray or blood tests or something, because then they'll just send you to the ER anyway. Whether you go to the ER or to urgent care, please get to a doctor. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
f1freak 0 #24 May 1, 2005 The metal is holding or was holding my leg together.... now they did say that i might want to think about having it removed.HAVE FUN... ...JUST DONT DIE Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
blueVTsky 0 #25 May 1, 2005 Dear dude, I know what you mean,two weeks ago I accidentally shot a 3" nail through my finger whilst framing. It missed the bone but Man it looked like a gross snack with a tooth pick stuck through it. But work must continue so I pulled it out , youch! and kept on going. I got to the med cabinet soon after and shot some alcohol into it with a syringe,(agony) put some neosporin on the exit and entry, and took some left over anti biotics.....risk factor, major. but I saved $300. Now, jumping out of a plane.... well thats just nuts!***is this too much information? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
