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My husband has a splinter in his finger causing swelling and discomfort, should we make an appointment to see a doctor, or is there anything we can do at home?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

? finger infection: Would soak in epsom salts. When was his last tetanus shot? If there is swelling, redness, warmth, tenderness, pain - it may well be infected. The doctor may be able to remove the splinter and see if there is infection that may or may not require antibiotic treatment. Take care.

Dr Rhoads agreed

Answered 6/23/2020

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