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I cut my fingers slicing some veggies a few days ago. i thought it was healing but now i see that it is starting to have a yellow discharge. is this a sign of healing? finger cut

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Dr. David Stuart answered

Laceration: Is there redness surrounding the wound? Is there swelling or evidence of underlying fluid? Are you up to date with tetanus? It may be serous drainage with healing, but if symptoms of redness and swelling, may indicate infection requiring drainage and possible antibiotics.

Answered 1/19/2019

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A member asked:

I cut my fingers slicing some veggies a few days ago. i thought it was healing but now i see that it is starting to have a yellow discharge. is this a sign of healing? finger cut

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. David Stuart answered

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