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How can you tell if your cut or open wound is infected?
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Cellulitis: Symptoms of skin infection include increased redness, swelling, tenderness, prolonged healing, warmth and/or drainage.
Answered 8/22/2014
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Monitor carefully: If the area is red, swollen, hot to touch, very painful and there is discharge. Always keep cuts clean, dry and do not touch.
Answered 8/22/2014
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Redness & tenderness: Redness & tenderness and local warmth are important early signs. Local swelling in the area and pus drainage are worse signs. Hope that helps. It's important to get it evaluated and treatment.
Answered 8/22/2014
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