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I have an open wound (a deep abrasion injury) on the dorsum of my right big toe and wanted to ask advice on further management. i have been washing with salt water and dressing with supiroban, wound powder and plasters. ?

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Dr. Richard Romano answered

Open wound : This is a type of thing you need to see to provide advice. Some questions that need answering Is it infected? Does it need stitches?

Answered 4/27/2020

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A member asked:

I have an open wound (a deep abrasion injury) on the dorsum of my right big toe and wanted to ask advice on further management. i have been washing with salt water and dressing with supiroban, wound powder and plasters. ?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Richard Romano answered

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