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I cut my hand on a bronze statue. the wound bled but stop on its own. it has been 18 hours there is redness. is it infected?
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Too early: The redness you see after 18 hours is likely just inflammation. Infection, if it occurs, will be evident in 2-3 days. If it is progressing, have a Dr examine
Answered 7/14/2014
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