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Could it get infected?
I have a cut on my thigh. I am also on vacation at the outer banks(the ocean) would it be a bad idea to into the ocean. I dont want my cut to get infected.
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The Atlantic Ocean is not the cleanest Ocean on the planet and it would be possible to get an infection, possibly one as serious as the flesh eating bacteria. That being said there are ways to cover the cut so as to keep it dry and allow you to enjoy the ocean.
Go to the closest pharmacy and ask to speak to the pharmacist. Explain to the pharmacist you have a cut on your thigh and would like to continue to enjoy the beach and the ocean. If possible wear clothing that will allow the pharmacist to inspect your cut. He or she will recommend ways to keep it clean and a waterproof bandage. These are bandages that are used after surgery to allow patients to shower or bath.
They are generally clear plastic and come in various sizes so to cover different sized wounds. You want one that is really oversized so as to insure no ocean water reaches your cut while it is healing. Wear the bandage during the day while at the beach. Take it off at night so the cut can get to the air and heal. Before applying the bandage make sure the skin area the bandage will cover is free of any oils or creams and is dry.. Use a cotton ball with alcohol to clean the area to insure good adhesion of the bandage.
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