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My back leg laceration with heat and swelling?

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Dr. Corinne Kauderer answered

Specializes in Wound care

Leg cut: If there is a leg laceration with heat and swelling, there may be an infection. Wash it with soap and water, cover it with a sterile bandage with an antiseptic and go to your physician ASAP.

Dr Reiger agreed

Answered 9/28/2016

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A member asked:

My back leg laceration with heat and swelling?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Corinne Kauderer answered

Dr Reiger agreed

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