How do you know/not know if a cut needs stitches without making the trip to the ER?

I caught my leg on a nasty rock when I was surfing today. The cut looks pretty bad, but I can't tell if the cut is deep enough for it to need stitches. I'm kinda hoping not, because I don't want them. 😂

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Tomorrow · 56-60, F

If you have a deep gash and haven't had a ternus shot lately, you should go to an urgent care clinic somewhere to get one! While you're there, see if stitches are recommended or if butterfly bandages will work.