Instructions

• Instructions for new users

Call 911 Now If:

• Major bleeding that can't be stopped
• Fainted or too weak to stand

Call Your Doctor Now If:

• You think your child has a serious injury
• External bleeding won't stop after 10 minutes of direct pressure
• Bleeding from inside the vagina
• Vaginal injury with a penetrating object
• Skin split open or gaping and may need stitches
• Swollen or painful scrotum
• Painful urination or difficulty passing urine
• Blood in the urine
• Severe pain
• Age < 1 year old
• Could have been caused by sexual abuse

Call Your Doctor Within 24 Hours If:

• You think your child needs to be seen

Call Your Doctor During Weekday Hours If:

• You have other questions or concerns

Home Care (Read "Call Your Doctor…" first):

Bleeding

For any bleeding, apply direct pressure for 10 minutes with a sterile gauze. Note: minor cuts in the genital area can cause much oozing of blood because of the rich blood supply.

For the same reason, the area heals quickly (3 or 4 days).

Cleansing

For minor cuts, wash the area with soap and water for 5 minutes.

Local Cold

For swelling, apply a cold wet washcloth to the area for 20 minutes (if tolerated).

Pain Medicine

Give acetaminophen (e.g. Tylenol) or ibuprofen as needed for pain relief.

Expected Course

Cuts and other injuries in the genital area heal quickly in 3 or 4 days.

Call Your Doctor If:

• Pain becomes severe
• Passing the urine becomes difficult or painful
• Your child becomes worse or develops any of the "Call Your Doctor…" symptoms