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I was bit on the thumb 4 days ago by a man. i am on antibiotics + got tetanus shot. should i be worried that the joint is still stiff and painful?
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Mgt: If the pain or swelling is still there at the end of the course of antibiotics, or if the wound worsens, I would recommend an Xray and culture.
Answered 8/16/2015
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