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Should i be concerned that there is a swelling of fluid on my thumb knuckle where i had three stitches from a laceration? the stitches have been removed, and there is no sign of infection.

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Dr. Harold Fields answered

Swelling: You may have what is called an inclusion cyst. Let the physician who did the repair have a look at it

Answered 9/29/2016

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Dr. Frances Ilozue answered

Yes, follow up: You need a follow up with the provider that saw you previously to make that the laceration is healing properly and rule out infection.

Answered 3/13/2020

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A member asked:

Should i be concerned that there is a swelling of fluid on my thumb knuckle where i had three stitches from a laceration? the stitches have been removed, and there is no sign of infection.

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Harold Fields answered

Dr. Frances Ilozue answered

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