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Cuticle scissors have any dangerous substances in it like lead? i cut myself accidentally with one
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You will be ok: Don't worry, there are no dangerous substances in cuticle scissors (like lead). The bigger concern with any cut, is infection. The risk of this can be reduced by washing the cut with soap and water, and then cover the cut with a clean bandage till it is healed. If you see redness, pus, increased pain and warmth at the site, be sure and see your Dr - it may be infected.
Answered 11/13/2018
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