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anywhere there is a blood vessel. Obviously, the bigger vessels will bleed faster and thus will take longer to stop bleeding when they are cut. Arteries have a much higher pressure than veins and thus will bleed more and faster than a vein of the same size. In general, the places where it would be easiest to hit a major artery or vein would be the palmar aspect of the wrist, either side of the neck (where you can feel a pulse), and the backs of the knees. There are larger vessels in the torso (the biggest by pressure being the aorta) but they would be more difficult to accidently hit. "Scratches" to the skin are less likely to hit major vessels than deeper cuts, of course, but in the aforementioned locations it would be better to stay away from.
If a cut is bleeding and you need it to stop, start by putting pressure on it. This will encourage the blood to form a clot and therefore stop the bleeding. It will usually take a few minutes for the clot to form, so keep holding pressure for a while. Remember that aspirin decreases the ability of the blood to clot so do not take it before cutting. If you have lost more than a cup or so of blood, less if you are a woman during or immediately after a menstrual cycle, are a small person, have anemia, have trouble breathing, have recently lost blood from other cuts or blood donation, then that should be a warning signal that you need to get to an ER. Also, if you feel dizzy or lightheaded, or if you "have a bad feeling" about the cut, it should be looked at. Fast treatment for cuts at an ER will decrease scar formation, reduce blood loss, and you can get oral antibiotics if warranted. Remember, you may be too lightheaded to easily drive so calling 911 for an ambulance is always a good option.
Cutting is not usually fatal, but it can be. Remember that when you cut and have a plan ready if things start to go badly. Please Do Not Cut Yourself. It is too risky and not worth it. If you want to feel as good as when you cut yourself than you need to exercise. It releases the same endorphins cutting does.
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Why is it not very dangerous if one of a person's veins is cut?
It is dangerous. Cutting your veins is dangerous. EXTREMELY DANGEROUS! Don't do it! A person in my class died three weeks ago from cutting his veins! Unless you want to committ suicide DON'T CUT YOUR VEINS!
Is cutting up on the motorway illegal?
Yes, and dangerous.
Why is a dull knife a dangerous knife?
A dull knife is a dangerous knife because you have to apply more pressure when you are cutting. When you have to apply more pressure you increase the risk of the knife slipping or moving and cutting you instead. This makes it a dangerous knife.
Why is cutting an artery more dangerous than cutting your capillaries?
Cutting an artery is much more dangerour even lethal than cutting a capillary. The arteries are the largest of blood vessels overall where as capillaries are the smallest overall.
Why are pandas dangerous?
Pandas are in danger because people are cutting down their forests where they live in and what they eat.
What is being done to save the walrus?
WWF is cutting greenhouse gas emissions to prevent dangerous climate change.
How do you cut a drug?
'Cutting' a drug refers to diluting it with some other ingredients. This practice is done with the intention of increasing profits. Popular drug cutting agents are methylsulfonylmethane, inositol, lactose, etc. However, bizarre, and sometimes very dangerous cutting agents have been used. Some cutting agents are often active drugs in their own right. The reason for addition of these compounds is often to increase the bitterness of the product, as the inert cutting agents can cause it to be sweeter or less bitter. The active cutting agents range from the more harmless lidocaine (used in cut cocaine to retain its numbing effect) to the dangerous deworming agent levamisole, which caused several deaths.
What light is the most dangerous to welders?
The light given off by high voltage arc welding is most harmful but over time, prolonged exposure to the light from shield-gas, oxyacetylene plasma cutting, and torch cutting can cause bleeding behind the macula.
Are knives dangerous?
Like everything else we might encounter, a knife can be potentially dangerous.As a sharp instrument designed for cutting or piercing, a knife can be particularly dangerous if it is misused or simply mishandled.Use commonsense when handling all sharp implements and other potentially dangerous items.Yes, if used carelessly, and particularly not when dull [not maintained correctly].
Why is cross contamination dangerous?
Cross-contamination is the transfer of harmful bacteria to food, from cutting boards, utensils or improperly cooked foods. It could result to foodborne illnesses.
How do you hide that your cutting?
Talk to a cloose family friend about why you are cutting your self. You can go talk to your gp. they are more than more than happy to help you. Self harm is a very dangerous way of dealing with your problems. talking to someone will open up more doors than you can imagine.
Why does cutting yourself stop hurting after a while?
The human body can tolerate a lot, and cutting is a psychological way to feel something when you are numb inside. Please get help before this escalates into more dangerous behavior.MANY people can and do overcome this, but very rarely alone. You must address the underlying cause.
