A member asked:

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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Dr. Steven Watry answered

Specializes in General Practice

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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