Article: In rare cases, grazes can appear infected. See a doctor if you notice any of the following symptoms: Pain, redness, or swelling around the graze Pus around the wound A feeling of sickness A high temperature Swollen glands If you need a tetanus shot, you should get one if you have a new graze or wound. Check your vaccination records. You can ask your doctor for your medical records. If you're younger, your parents may have copies of the vaccination records on hand. Most grazes will stop bleeding on their own. If the bleeding does not stop, see a doctor. If blood is coming out in spurts, you may have grazed an artery, which usually occurs with a deep graze called a skin avulsion injury. This will require stitches. While dirt and debris can be removed with water, an x-ray may be needed to remove larger foreign bodies from the wound. If you suspect something like glass may be embedded in the wound, see your doctor. He or she can take an x-ray to check for foreign bodies and have a doctor determine the best method to remove the object. A graze that is deep or wide may require stitches or special adhesive bandages with non-stick pads. See your doctor if your wound is not healing up on its own. He or she can provide you with stitches or special dressing for you wound.

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See a doctor if the graze appears infected. Get a tetanus shot if you are due for one. See a doctor if the wound will not stop bleeding. Make an appointment with a physician if you suspect a large foreign object is trapped in the wound. Get stitches or special dressing for a deep wound.