In all treatment of cuts and sores the chief thing to remember is asepsis, which means free from germs. With many home remedies this is often not considered. In all cases of ordinary cuts or scratches it is advisable to apply an antiseptic immediately. Dilute tincture of iodine or methylated spirit will cleanse the wound of any germs that may be introduced. In the case of a cut made with a garden tool or page 52 in a stable or similar place it is always necessary to visit a doctor, who will probably give an injection of anti-tetanic serum to guard against tetanus, or lockjaw as it is often called. If a wound is of any depth a doctor should be consulted as soon as possible, as there is a possibility of tendons or ligaments being severed, and unless they are properly connected loss of function may follow.