A member asked:

How can i get a broken needle out of my finger?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Dr. Ray Holt answered

Yikes!: If it's close to the surface you may be able to open up a small hole in the skin over it and pick it out with tweezers. I've used a strong magnet like this before to pull it out also. If it's deep you'll have to get a doctor to numb it up and cut it out.

Answered 5/1/2014

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Dr. Mark Hutchinson answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Depends: If part of the needle is still sticking out, then pulling it out is ok. If it is buried, you probably should have a doctor do it to make sure you don't get infected or make things worse.

Answered 9/28/2016

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