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Is swelling normal in thumb after having 6 stitches 4 days ago? some tingling too. urgent care dr said not infected yesterday's appt.
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Probably : The answer is yes it is probably normal since the doctor you saw said there were no signs of infection. What you are experiencing is a normal healing process. If you have redness swelling or drainage then I would return to make sure an infection hasn't started.
Answered 9/23/2014
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