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Dryness around cut wound

2016-05-02 05:54:46
I got a cut on my finger from a keyring 2 days ago...applied dettol immediately...now dryness is developing around the cut...is it indication of tetanus or infection?
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Hi Difficult to give any advise from your description but doesn't seem to be a sign of infection. Please visit a nearby Dermatologist. Best regards Dr Vijay Adhe, Eternis Skin & Hair Clinic, Pune. www.eternisclinic.com

Answered2016-05-03 05:47:54

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