A member asked:

24 hours ago i cut my hand on a weight rack at the gym. i washed it and applied neosporin (gyms have lots of bugs i think); now it's red and painful. should i see a doc or give it another day?

6 doctors weighed in across 3 answers

See a Doc: You may be getting infection which can rapidly spread in the hand. See a physician at the earliest.

Answered 11/8/2014

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Dr. Thomas Namey answered

Specializes in Rheumatology

See your doctor!: Your wound should not be angry as it sounds. Many poor hygiene patrons. Mrsa and other microbes lurk. Be safe. See the doctor!

Answered 8/4/2014

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Hand Cut: Your hand is most likely infected and needs oral antibiotics. See your doctor asap.

Answered 9/28/2016

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