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I cut the tip of my thumb nuckle deep with a sharp butcher knife can see bone it hurts to move have it wrapped what do i do keep it wrapped or airdry

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Dr. Susan Rhoads answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Go to Urgent Care: Sounds like you need stitches and an exam to be sure that you have not damaged your joint. Please go get checked.

Answered 5/28/2020

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A member asked:

I cut the tip of my thumb nuckle deep with a sharp butcher knife can see bone it hurts to move have it wrapped what do i do keep it wrapped or airdry

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Susan Rhoads answered

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