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I ran a screw into palm of hand going towards pointer finger knuckle. is there anything i can do at home or do i need to go see a doctor everything moves just very tender bleeding stopped after i applied pressure?

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Dr. Christine Hom answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Foreign body: If the foreign body is removed, the wound should be flushed copiously (quarts of water) and cleaned with soap. You may wish to check with your doctor to see if a tetanus shot is needed.

Answered 11/9/2020

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A member asked:

I ran a screw into palm of hand going towards pointer finger knuckle. is there anything i can do at home or do i need to go see a doctor everything moves just very tender bleeding stopped after i applied pressure?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Christine Hom answered

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