Not all wounds are alike, and some have a higher chance of becoming infected than others. Puncture wounds and bites are some of the most likely to get infected as germs get below the breaks in the skin, sometimes deep into the flesh. Injuries that crush a part of the body do so much damage that the immune system may struggle to fight off infection as well. Your feet are also an area that is likely to get infected, as it spends most of the day in a damp and dark place, where bacteria love to live: your shoes and socks. Finally, wounds that are dirty and not promptly cleaned also have a higher chance of becoming infected.   If you suffer a cut, laceration, or puncture wound get treated promptly at Priority Urgent Care and Walk-In Clinic. You can visit either our locations for high-quality service! We serve patients from Ellington CT, Unionville CT, East Haven CT, Cromwell CT, Oxford CT, Newington CT, East Windsor CT, Somers CT, Burlington CT, Canton CT, Branford CT, New Haven CT, Middletown CT, Rocky Hill CT Seymour CT, Middlebury CT, Hartford CT, Addison CT, and BEYOND!