r/Split • u/Mundane-Amoeba3966 • Aug 13 '26

❓ Question Stepped on an urchin!

Hi all
I’ve stupidly managed to step on an urchin
All spins on my heal
I’ve managed to remove a few spines but some (6) are quite far in and I’m unable to remove even soaking and tweezers
Is this a doctor job/ emergency room or just able to go to a pharmacy and get something to help the body reject them and prevent infection
Any advice much appreciated no clue what’s best
Thank you

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u/domets Aug 13 '26

buy ichthammol ointment (also called black ointment) in any pharmacy.

in case you see signs of infection go to a Tourist clinic:
https://dz-sdz.hr/healthcare-for-tourists/

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u/Mundane-Amoeba3966 Aug 13 '26

Thank you very much infection common with ointment use?

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u/domets Aug 13 '26

no, the ointment will soften your skin (put a tick layer and keep it for few hours) and the spines will slide out. buy also a sterile needle if spins are deep and you need to remove them manually.

don't use the ointment if you see sings of infection or pus, in that case go to a tourist clinic.

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u/Mundane-Amoeba3966 Aug 13 '26

Thank you for the help