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Simon split his lip last night and it is swollen and an angry red now. what can i do to make the swelling go down and know it's not infected?

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Dr. Ron Jones answered

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Too early: Rarely would a worrisome infection occur overnight. Ice packs and watch and wait for now. RJ

Answered 3/9/2016

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A member asked:

Simon split his lip last night and it is swollen and an angry red now. what can i do to make the swelling go down and know it's not infected?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Ron Jones answered

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