DayZ field wiki · Medical
Wound infection
Dirty rags write a sequel
Short answer
A cut you wrapped in a gutter rag is not closed. It's delayed.
Also: infected wound
How it works
Uncleaned wounds and filthy rags can infect. Disinfectant, iodine, and alcohol tincture exist for this.
What to do
Disinfect the rag or the wound. Don't save the iodine for later.
Don't
Don't ignore the ticking because you still have bullets.