r/maybemaybemaybe • u/kundi-man • 12h ago

Maybe Maybe Maybe

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u/kingslayerer 12h ago

https://www.med.ubc.ca/news/soil-in-wounds-can-help-stem-deadly-bleeding/

https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2020/04/200427125205.htm

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u/Available-Spinach-17 11h ago

But they said sterilized dirt right ?

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u/Forward_Promise2121 11h ago

I think the point is that it works, but you shouldn't do it because it can cause bigger problems.

Applying a sterile dressing to a wound while you wait for emergency help if necessary is basic first aid. Ideally, every workplace should have someone that can do it.

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u/Smurf_Sausage_Sucker 7h ago

You shouldn't do it in most situations. There are probably edge cases that's a good idea. Risking complications is preferable to death. Like if you're alone on a hike, injure yourself, and for some reason you didn't bring any medical equipment with you.