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Today i received roses from my boyfriend. as i was moving them, one of the thorns on them pricked my arm. i am not seeing any blood but only feel a little pain. should i be doing anything?

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Dr. Daniela Torres answered

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No: Do you have all your vaccines in order? If so, don’t worry.. just some soap and water to clean it up.

Answered 2/15/2020

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A member asked:

Today i received roses from my boyfriend. as i was moving them, one of the thorns on them pricked my arm. i am not seeing any blood but only feel a little pain. should i be doing anything?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Daniela Torres answered

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