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Wood splinter in index finger

2020-11-30 12:40:01
A small piece of wood splinter goes into my index finger and it is not getting out and there is some pain in it . Will it do any harm if I do not remove it?
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Answered2020-11-30 13:37:41

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Yes please try to visit a doctor as soon as possible as it can lead to an abscess.

Answered2020-11-30 12:53:03

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