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I sliced my knuckle on my pointer finger. skin still on & bleeds if bent. disinfect & bandage/splint ok to heal or need a doc? tetanus up to date?
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If cut is deep and you can’t fully extend your finger you may have injured extensor tendon and need a doc. If superficial, wash well, dry pressure dressing and finger splint should do.
Answered 4/18/2021
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