How can I treat a minor cut on my ear that won't stop bleeding?

National Athletic Trainers' Association

Apply direct pressure to the area with a gauze or dressing. Tape gauze or dressing loosely to the area to slow the bleeding. Taping too tightly can cause more pain in the area. Along with the gauze, apply a cold pack to the area to decrease the swelling and pain.

(This answer provided for NATA by the Georgia College & State University Athletic Training Education Program.)

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