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I was bit by a dog about a month ago. on my index finger. i got treated when it happened, got tetanus shot and took antibiotics. it was a puncture wound. the tip of my finger is still swollen bent and stiff even though the wound itself healed.

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Dr. Thomas Rohde answered

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See a doc: This needs to be seen by a doc and at best a hand surgeon specialist. This could indicate a smoldering underlying infection at worst, or inflammation leading to scarring leading to swelling and contracture of tendon. Get it looked at!

Answered 12/13/2020

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A member asked:

I was bit by a dog about a month ago. on my index finger. i got treated when it happened, got tetanus shot and took antibiotics. it was a puncture wound. the tip of my finger is still swollen bent and stiff even though the wound itself healed.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Thomas Rohde answered

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