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===Applying First Aid===
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===Applying First Aid===
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#Calm the injured person down. Mouth and tongue injuries occur often in children, who will need to be reassured. Cutting the tongue can be a painful and frightening experience, so help whoever is injured to relax. Keeping both yourself and the injured calm will help as you treat the injury.
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#Calm the injured person down. Mouth and tongue injuries occur often in children, who will need to be reassured. Cutting the tongue can be a painful and frightening experience, so help whoever is injured to relax. Keeping both yourself and the injured calm will help as you treat the injury.[[Image:Stop Tongue Bleeding Step 1 Version 3.jpg|center]]
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#Clean and protect your hands. Before touching or helping anyone with a cut, you should wash your hands to reduce the chances of infection. You may also want to use medical gloves when aiding the victim, as blood can carry diseases.<ref>https://wb.md/2Q1Rvny>
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#Clean and protect your hands. Before touching or helping anyone with a cut, you should wash your hands to reduce the chances of infection. You may also want to use medical gloves when aiding the victim, as blood can carry diseases.<ref>https://wb.md/2Q1Rvny>[[Image:Stop Tongue Bleeding Step 2 Version 2.jpg|center]]
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#Help the victim to sit up. By sitting up straight and tipping the mouth and head forward, blood can flow out of the mouth, rather than down the throat. Swallowing blood can cause vomiting, and sitting up with the head tilted forward will help prevent this.<ref>https://wb.md/2Q1Rvny>
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#Help the victim to sit up. By sitting up straight and tipping the mouth and head forward, blood can flow out of the mouth, rather than down the throat. Swallowing blood can cause vomiting, and sitting up with the head tilted forward will help prevent this.<ref>https://wb.md/2Q1Rvny>[[Image:Stop Tongue Bleeding Step 3 Version 3.jpg|center]]
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#Assess the cut. A cut to the tongue will likely produce a lot of bleeding; however, it is the depth and size of the injury you will examine. If the cut itself is shallow, you can proceed with home treatment.<ref>http://bit.ly/2vRZGtz>
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#Assess the cut. A cut to the tongue will likely produce a lot of bleeding; however, it is the depth and size of the injury you will examine. If the cut itself is shallow, you can proceed with home treatment.<ref>http://bit.ly/2vRZGtz>[[Image:Stop Tongue Bleeding Step 4 Version 3.jpg|center]]
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#*If the wound is deep or longer than ½ an inch, your should seek medical attention.
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#*If the wound is deep or longer than ½ an inch, your should seek medical attention.
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#*If something has punctured your tongue, it may require professional care.
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#*If something has punctured your tongue, it may require professional care.
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#*If you suspect foreign material has become lodged in the wound, you need to see a doctor.
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#*If you suspect foreign material has become lodged in the wound, you need to see a doctor.
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#Apply pressure. Use gauze or a clean cloth to apply steady pressure to the injury for about fifteen minutes. This will help stop the flow of blood. If you notice blood has soaked through the cloth or gauze, apply more, without removing the original piece.<ref>https://wb.md/2Q1Rvny>
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#Apply pressure. Use gauze or a clean cloth to apply steady pressure to the injury for about fifteen minutes. This will help stop the flow of blood. If you notice blood has soaked through the cloth or gauze, apply more, without removing the original piece.<ref>https://wb.md/2Q1Rvny>[[Image:Stop Tongue Bleeding Step 5 Version 3.jpg|center]]
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#Prepare ice for the injury. Wrap an ice cube in a clean, thin, cloth. This will be held against the wounded area to reduce blood flow and prevent pain and swelling.<ref>http://bit.ly/2Q1Rzni>
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#Prepare ice for the injury. Wrap an ice cube in a clean, thin, cloth. This will be held against the wounded area to reduce blood flow and prevent pain and swelling.<ref>http://bit.ly/2Q1Rzni>[[Image:Stop Tongue Bleeding Step 6 Version 3.jpg|center]]
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#*Hold the ice bundle directly on the wound for no more than three minutes at a time.
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#*Hold the ice bundle directly on the wound for no more than three minutes at a time.
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#*This can be done up to ten times a day.
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#*This can be done up to ten times a day.
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#*Apply ice only on the first day of the injury.
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#*Apply ice only on the first day of the injury.
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#*Make sure both your hands and the cloth are clean.
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#*Make sure both your hands and the cloth are clean.
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#Rinse your mouth. The day after the injury is sustained, you should begin rinsing your mouth with a warm salt water solution. This can be done up to six times a day.<ref>http://bit.ly/2Q1Rzni>
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#Rinse your mouth. The day after the injury is sustained, you should begin rinsing your mouth with a warm salt water solution. This can be done up to six times a day.<ref>http://bit.ly/2Q1Rzni>[[Image:Stop Tongue Bleeding Step 7 Version 3.jpg|center]]
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#*Rinsing your mouth helps keep the wound clean.
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#*Rinsing your mouth helps keep the wound clean.
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#Continue normal dental care. If your teeth have not been injured as well, you may continue regular dental hygiene, such as brushing your teeth. Make sure there were no injuries to your teeth before continuing any brushing or flossing.<ref>http://bit.ly/2Q1Rzni>
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#Continue normal dental care. If your teeth have not been injured as well, you may continue regular dental hygiene, such as brushing your teeth. Make sure there were no injuries to your teeth before continuing any brushing or flossing.<ref>http://bit.ly/2Q1Rzni>[[Image:Stop Tongue Bleeding Step 8 Version 2.jpg|center]]
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#*Do not brush or floss injured or broken teeth.
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#*Do not brush or floss injured or broken teeth.
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#*If you have also suffered a dental injury, see a dentist as soon as you can.<ref>http://bit.ly/2vTe44L>
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#*If you have also suffered a dental injury, see a dentist as soon as you can.<ref>http://bit.ly/2vTe44L>
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#Monitor your injury. As the injury heals, you should monitor its progress. Look for any signs that it may not be healing correctly or if another issue is arising. Seek medical attention if you notice any of the following signs:<ref>http://bit.ly/2vTe44L>
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#Monitor your injury. As the injury heals, you should monitor its progress. Look for any signs that it may not be healing correctly or if another issue is arising. Seek medical attention if you notice any of the following signs:<ref>http://bit.ly/2vTe44L>[[Image:Stop Tongue Bleeding Step 9 Version 2.jpg|center]]
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#*If blood flow doesn't stop after ten minutes.
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#*If blood flow doesn't stop after ten minutes.
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#*If you develop a fever.
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#*If you develop a fever.
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#*If the wound is excessively painful.
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#*If the wound is excessively painful.
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#*If you notice pus coming from the wound.
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#*If you notice pus coming from the wound.
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#Change what you eat. Chances are that a cut tongue will be sore and sensitive. For a few days after the tongue is cut, you may want to change what foods your eating. This can help reduce discomfort and prevent possibly injuring your tongue further.<ref>http://bit.ly/2vTe44L>
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#Change what you eat. Chances are that a cut tongue will be sore and sensitive. For a few days after the tongue is cut, you may want to change what foods your eating. This can help reduce discomfort and prevent possibly injuring your tongue further.<ref>http://bit.ly/2vTe44L>[[Image:Stop Tongue Bleeding Step 10 Version 2.jpg|center]]
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#*Avoid eating foods that are hard. Opt for soft foods instead.
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#*Avoid eating foods that are hard. Opt for soft foods instead.
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#*Try to avoid foods that are extremely hot or cold.
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#*Try to avoid foods that are extremely hot or cold.
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#Wait for the wound to heal. Most cuts to the tongue should heal without trouble. After first aid and general care has been given, the final step is to simply wait for the injury to heal. Exactly how long the time it takes to heal will depend on how severe the injury is.
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#Wait for the wound to heal. Most cuts to the tongue should heal without trouble. After first aid and general care has been given, the final step is to simply wait for the injury to heal. Exactly how long the time it takes to heal will depend on how severe the injury is.[[Image:Stop Tongue Bleeding Step 11 Version 2.jpg|center]]
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===Caring for the Injury if Stitches Were Needed===
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===Caring for the Injury if Stitches Were Needed===
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#Explain the process. Often times, children will be the ones who injure their mouth, generally while playing. They may be curious or nervous before their appointment to get stitches. Explain to them what is going to happen and why it's needed. Reassure them that the stitches are a good thing and will help them feel better.
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#Explain the process. Often times, children will be the ones who injure their mouth, generally while playing. They may be curious or nervous before their appointment to get stitches. Explain to them what is going to happen and why it's needed. Reassure them that the stitches are a good thing and will help them feel better.[[Image:Stop Tongue Bleeding Step 12 Version 2.jpg|center]]
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#Take any antibiotics prescribed. If you were prescribed antibiotics to help fight an infection, you must take them as directed. It is important that you finish the full course of antibiotics, even if you start to feel better or think the infection has been stopped.<ref>http://bit.ly/2PZOKmY>
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#Take any antibiotics prescribed. If you were prescribed antibiotics to help fight an infection, you must take them as directed. It is important that you finish the full course of antibiotics, even if you start to feel better or think the infection has been stopped.<ref>http://bit.ly/2PZOKmY>[[Image:Stop Tongue Bleeding Step 13 Version 2.jpg|center]]
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#Watch what you eat. Your tongue will be sensitive, and ingesting certain foods or drink may worsen or aggravate the injury. If you notice any pain or discomfort while eating certain foods, stop eating them until your tongue is fully healed.<ref>http://bit.ly/2vTe44L>
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#Watch what you eat. Your tongue will be sensitive, and ingesting certain foods or drink may worsen or aggravate the injury. If you notice any pain or discomfort while eating certain foods, stop eating them until your tongue is fully healed.<ref>http://bit.ly/2vTe44L>[[Image:Stop Tongue Bleeding Step 14 Version 2.jpg|center]]
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#*You should avoid any hot food or drink if your mouth is still numb after receiving stitches.
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#*You should avoid any hot food or drink if your mouth is still numb after receiving stitches.
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#*Don't eat any hard or chewy foods.
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#*Don't eat any hard or chewy foods.
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#*Your health care provider may have additional dietary instructions.
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#*Your health care provider may have additional dietary instructions.
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#Avoid playing with your stitches. Although it may be frustrating to have stitches on your tongue, avoid pulling or chewing on them. This will only weaken the stitches and may cause them to fall out.<ref>http://bit.ly/2vTe44L>
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#Avoid playing with your stitches. Although it may be frustrating to have stitches on your tongue, avoid pulling or chewing on them. This will only weaken the stitches and may cause them to fall out.<ref>http://bit.ly/2vTe44L>[[Image:Stop Tongue Bleeding Step 15 Version 2.jpg|center]]
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#Monitor your progress. As your injury heals, you should watch its progress to make sure it is going well. Keep an eye on your stitches, and the wound itself, and see your doctor if you notice any of the following issues:<ref>http://bit.ly/2vTe44L>
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#Monitor your progress. As your injury heals, you should watch its progress to make sure it is going well. Keep an eye on your stitches, and the wound itself, and see your doctor if you notice any of the following issues:<ref>http://bit.ly/2vTe44L>[[Image:Stop Tongue Bleeding Step 16 Version 2.jpg|center]]
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#*Your stitches have come loose or fallen out.
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#*Your stitches have come loose or fallen out.
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#*A return of blood loss that doesn't stop after you apply pressure.
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#*A return of blood loss that doesn't stop after you apply pressure.
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