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I just had stitches removed from my finger and now my finger tip is swollen and very warm, what is this?

Q: i just had stitches removed from my finger and now my finger tip is swollen and very warm, what is this?

If warm, swollen,: painful &amp; red you may have a wound infection. Please consult with your doctor.

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

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If warm, swollen,: painful & red you may have a wound infection. Please consult with your doctor.

Dr Hegab and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 11/27/2017

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A member asked:

I just had stitches removed from my finger and now my finger tip is swollen and very warm, what is this?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Dr Hegab and 2 doctors agreed

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