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I cut my foot with a dog bone, the cut is tiny and cleaned with rubbing alcohol once i was home. should it be ok?

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Dr. Michael Gabor answered

Specializes in Diagnostic Radiology

It is probably: fine, but get seen if signs of infection develop.

Dr Fowler agreed

Answered 9/5/2017

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