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Can you develop a local infection from a glucose finger stick?

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Yes: Any time you puncture the skin you risk an infection. So always clean your hands before you stick it.

Answered 10/10/2012

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Very unusual : It is highly unusual when the proper measures are taken to use a new lancet for every fingerstick and hands are properly washed and dried before checking.

Answered 7/27/2012

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