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A member asked:

I got a a really small splinter in my thumb and i took it out, but now the area where it was at is red and hurts. what do i do?

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Dr. Daniel Rubenstein answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Splinter: Watch the area and just let it heal. If it doesn't heal in 7-10 days, have it examined by your physician.

Answered 6/10/2014

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