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Aerosol exploded into side of face, cut to head n bad swelling round eye n temple. should i go 2 hospital even tho i feel sick but haven't been?

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Dr. Donald Nino answered

Laceration: The side of the head at the temple is a very delicate area where a slight trauma could cause a lot of internal damage. You may need to get x-ray or scan to be sure. You may need to have the laceration closed to give a better chance to heal with less scar. You should get it checked.

Answered 12/9/2013

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A member asked:

Aerosol exploded into side of face, cut to head n bad swelling round eye n temple. should i go 2 hospital even tho i feel sick but haven't been?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Donald Nino answered

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