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Vein on top of hand is swollen. stuck a needle in it as self harm. very painful to touch do i need to go to emerg? may be infected. help
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Warm compresses : Or warm soaks May resolve. If redness spreading or tenderness increasing or fever may need antibiotics or if abscesses May need drainage or excision( unusual)
Answered 1/28/2018
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