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I stapled my thumb last wednesday but then yesterday i did it again by accident on the same thumb. it is sore to touch and it has swollen, i don't kno?
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See Doctor: Good possibility that it is infected. You should see a doctor and get examined and treated.
Answered 1/20/2018
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