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I have a cut on my right hand ring finger. it is swollen now, and i think it may be infected?
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Possible infection: Please get this evaluated promptly. Infections involving fingers or hands can quickly become problematic. You may need wound care. When was you last tetanus shot?
Answered 10/7/2020
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