A member asked:

So i cut my thumb or i got a splinter like 4 maybe 5 days ago & it wasn't a big deal or anything.. it was healing just fine, or so i thought. 2 says ago that same thumb really started bothering me. it started swelling up pretty badly & hurt more and ?

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Dr. Richard Thompson answered

Specializes in Travel Medicine

Need to evaluate: This could be serious and need attention. You may have an imbedded piece of the splinter or have a infection from the injury. You may also need a tetanus booster. I suggest you see a primary care physician/urgent care physician and have the thumb thoroughly evaluated.

Answered 4/10/2020

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