A member asked:

Cut my finger shucking oysters cuple weeks ago, washed it peroxide. wound heels up but now finger is swelled up and hurts to the touch. what can i do?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Prompt evaluation: Get prompt medical care. Cuts to fingers & hands are notorious for becoming infected. You may need antibiotics and a tetanus shot.

Answered 7/9/2017

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Dr. David Liu answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine and Pediatrics

Infection: It sounds as though you have an infection; you might even have an abscess. You should see your primary care provider to have it checked, as you might need to have an abscess opened and/or antibiotics.

Answered 11/28/2017

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Dr. Libby Putnam answered

Specializes in Podiatry

Doctor!: Go see your doctor immediately. Pain and swelling after a cut or wound associated with dirty water or ocean water should be checked out right away.

Answered 10/1/2013

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