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I have a healing laceration over the middle part of my index finger. (on a splint).it slightly reopened after it bent. can it still heal on its own?

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Yes, but: you need to continue the splint for a few more weeks. If it stays open for a long time, a significant scar can develop

Answered 1/31/2017

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