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What is the best way to treat a swollen thumb from fish gill prick better?
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Puncture wounds from: Fish spines in fins or gills can be really serious. A variety of marine bacteria can be at work including streptococcus iniae and aeromonas and no cholera vibrios. You ought to see a doc if the swelling continues or you have fever or chills.
Answered 8/23/2015
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