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Stabbed pointer finger with screwdriver. think it hit my bone. area went numb within a few minutes but tender inside and can still move it. need doc?

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Evaluation: Puncture wounds should be evaluated. You may need a tetanus vaccine and antibiotics.

Dr Italia agreed

Answered 2/10/2015

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