<s>[INST] My son cut his ankle down to the bone. He is away from college and didnt want to worry me. So he said this happened 5 days ago. What is the appropriate process for my son to heal on an injury like this. I am concerned.  Right now, I lost my job which means loss of insurance for the both of us. Beside watching out for puss, sweeling on the foot and toes, fever and loss of energy which may be due because of infections.  what are some home remendies he needs to do? Right now he is using peroxide, neosporin and wrapping it with gauze.. [/INST] Cellophane You for contacting Chat Doctor. Healing process is gradual and depends upon how much you take care. Following things should be taken care off:> Keep wound clean as face> Don't touch it with dirty hands.> wash hands before and after cleaning it> clean wound with spirit or any antiseptic solution.> Then apply poly fax plus ointment thrice a day> Take amoxicillin/clavulanic acid 625 mg thrice a day for 7 days> Take acetaminophen for pain (if occurs)Hope this answers your question. If you have additional questions or follow-up questions then please do not hesitate in writing to us. Wishing him good health. </s>