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2 months ago i cut my knuckle 3/4" wide really deep down to the knuckle on a can lid. i used butterfly sutures & it closed nicely. about 2 weeks ago it started getting sore and now it's swelling. could it be infected? i've had tetanus shot, no meds.
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See Dr: Probably OK but might check for osteomyelitis.
Answered 9/6/2017
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