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I got a big splinter in my finger a month ago, assumed it would work it's way out. now there are 3 bumps under the surface. still have full feeling.

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Dr. John Munshower answered

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Removal: The splinter may have become embedded under the skin and the body is reacting to it as a foreign body, which may cause ongoing irritation. Best to get a dr. To look at it and steriley remove it. Good luck.

Answered 3/5/2014

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A member asked:

I got a big splinter in my finger a month ago, assumed it would work it's way out. now there are 3 bumps under the surface. still have full feeling.

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