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I have a hypodermic needle broke off under my skin. i could see it the whole shape of it and feel it poking. will my body naturally work it out ?

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Dr. Ralph Boling answered

No better to get: it removed, it may not cause enough inflammation to cause it to work itself out.

Answered 11/10/2019

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A member asked:

I have a hypodermic needle broke off under my skin. i could see it the whole shape of it and feel it poking. will my body naturally work it out ?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Ralph Boling answered

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