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I cut my finger with a knife 3 weeks it was deep i cleaned put(neosporin) and band aid, it healed after a few day but now its inflamated and it hurts?

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Dr. Joshua Batt answered

Specializes in Emergency Medicine

Possible infection: Normally, a small cut will heal on its own with good skin care. Since it has been 3 weeks, things should be better by now. If you have other medical problems (ie. Diabetes), it may complicate proper healing. There is a chance your finger may have a small infection needing antibiotics to complete the healing process.

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Answered 3/1/2016

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A member asked:

I cut my finger with a knife 3 weeks it was deep i cleaned put(neosporin) and band aid, it healed after a few day but now its inflamated and it hurts?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Joshua Batt answered

Dr Ali and another doctor agreed

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