What do you understand about Gangrene( Gas Gangrene).

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This is a very dangerous infection of a wound , in which a foul - smelling gray or brown liquid forms. The skin near the wound may have dark blisters and the flesh may have air bubbles in it . The infection begins between 6 hours and 3 days after the injury. It quickly gets worse and spreads fat. Without treatment it causes death in few days.

If you notice this infection ; I this Treatment should be apply:

- Open up the wound as wide as possible. Wash it out with boiled water and soap. Clean out the dead and damaged flesh. If possible, flood the wound with hydrogen peroxide every 2 hours.
.- Inject penicillin ( Crystalline if possible)

- Leave the wound uncovered so that air gets yo it.

If you notice that there is no improvement.
Get medical help.

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