Puncture Wound, Lip
Description
A superficial stab wound to the lip. The object that caused the wound can carry bacteria or foreign material deep into the wound and cause infections. Puncture wounds from animal or human bites are especially prone to infections. Facial infections can be severe causing nerve damage and extension of the infection into the brain.
Symptoms
Pain, bleeding, numbness, redness, increased warmth of the skin, facial swelling.
Tests
A history and physical exam will be performed.
Standard Workup
- CT Scan
Treatment
Treatment depends on the structures injured. The wound will be cleaned. Antibiotics may be started, especially if the puncture is from a human or animal bite. A tetanus shot may be needed if the last shot was more than 5 years for a dirty wound or more than 10 years for a clean wound.
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Research
Complications following oral piercing. A study among 201 young adults in Strasbourg, France.
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