A member asked:

I have a extremely tiny splinter in my hand. will my body dissolve it if the drawing salve doesnt draw it out?

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Dr. Corinne Kauderer answered

Specializes in Wound care

Splinters: Splinters of wood do not dissolve in the hands or the feet; splinters tend to wall themselves and can form small abscesses. Try to soak the hand in warm water with salt and a tablespoon of hydrogen peroxide. See if it loosens it up. Disinfect a tweezer and try to remove it. If it is too deep, you may have to see a dermatologist or your primary to remove it. The body can't dissolve this.

Answered 3/6/2018

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