Leech

Step by Step

1. 1
   **Do NOT pull** — leech may regurgitate bacteria into wound
2. 2
   Slide fingernail under head (smaller end), it will detach
3. 3
   Or sprinkle salt / vinegar / alcohol — leech falls off
4. 4
   **Do NOT** burn with lighter (burns + infection)
5. 5
   Clean wound, apply antibiotic ointment
6. 6
   Wound may bleed 1-2 hours (leech secretes anticoagulant)
7. 7
   Light pressure with clean gauze — don't wrap too tight