Care for Projectile Injuries - Medical Advice

The wounds inflicted upon demonstrators were extremely painful and severe. They will need care over time and were meant to be lasting. These bruses will take weeks to go away. The following medical care and advice was sent to our list.

Care for Projectile Injuries

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* For legal purposes, document injuries with photos ASAP

Immediate care:

* If wound is open, wash with water and gentle soap
* Cover with clean, dry dressing (e.g., gauze pad)
* Apply ice to reduce swelling (wrap in cloth or use ice pack; do not apply ice directly to skin)

Seek immediate medical care for:

* Injuries to the head, neck, or spine
* Vomiting after being hit in the abdomen or back
* Blood in urine if hit in the back (may indicate kidney injury)

Aftercare:

* Be aware that pain and swelling may increase, and area of redness and bruising may expand, for up to 2-3 days
* Continue to apply ice as long as swollen
* Rest with injured arm or leg elevated

Seek further medical care for:

* Injuries to the face (get checked for fractures)
* Injuries that affect movement of a joint
* Signs of infection develop: red streaks, pus, foul odor, fever or chills, swollen lymph glands in the neck, armpits, or groin.

For more info or help:

Email radicalhealth [at] black-rose.com

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