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Hi i had accidentally stabbed with pencil on my finger around 3 or 4 weeks back and now i see that it is swollen and red. i am really worried .
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Finger space infecti: If this infection spreads inside the finger,you will have excruciating pain.joint spaces are tight and any pus collection will be simple torture. See a doctor ASAP please.you will Abx and maybe need the pus taken out if any in the finger.Good Luck
Answered 7/6/2017
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