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Gunshot to thiegh.pellets lodged around knee.took full prescription of antibiotics & got tetnis shot.why would the skin be getting hot to touch?
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Infection Possible: It is possible that despite taking antibiotics, an infection can still develop in a wound. A revisit with a physician is advised whenever medication is prescribed for infection and symptoms either continue or new ones appear.
Answered 2/25/2014
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