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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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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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