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Splinter into nail

2021-07-30 02:54:14
A very small size of wood splinter stuck into a nail. I could not remove after trying several times. Should I worry about that and take tetanus injection? What should I do?
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You should get inj. T.T. for the same if not taken in last 1year. For further management, it would have been better if clinical picture was attached alongwith.
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Consult with a General Surgeon for better opinion.

Answered2021-07-30 03:21:52

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TT u can take Visit a surgeon, possibly he will remove it

Answered2021-07-30 12:27:06

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