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I poked my finger (left pointer finger on the side of the knuckle) with a small drill bit. it barely bled. now it hurts really and feels a little hot to the touch. i have iced it today. it is a constant pain and bending my finger is very painful?

Q: i poked my finger (left pointer finger on the side of the knuckle) with a small drill bit. it barely bled. now it hurts really and feels a little hot to the touch. i have iced it today. it is a constant pain and bending my finger is very painful?

: Your depiction strongly implicates a local infection which potentially could worsen if untreated. Indeed there is a risk for cellulitis. Do not delay, see your doctor, you may need open incision and drainage, plus antibiotics. Don't let this progress!

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Your depiction strongly implicates a local infection which potentially could worsen if untreated. Indeed there is a risk for cellulitis. Do not delay, see your doctor, you may need open incision and drainage, plus antibiotics. Don't let this progress!

Answered 4/18/2021

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A member asked:

I poked my finger (left pointer finger on the side of the knuckle) with a small drill bit. it barely bled. now it hurts really and feels a little hot to the touch. i have iced it today. it is a constant pain and bending my finger is very painful?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Bennett Machanic answered

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