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What's the best way to remove a splinter on your right hand?

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Left hand: Most splinters can be removed with a tweezer. And if it is in the right hand, use your left hand. Sometimes this may require the assistance of a friend and sometimes a magnifying lens like a reading eyeglass can help.

Dr Pizzo agreed

Answered 7/5/2012

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