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I just stabbed myself with a pencil (on accident of course, and it started bleeding just a drop. do i need to worry? (the graphite get stuck in the cut or anything, just left a mark?
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Rinse the area thoroughly with soap and warm water. It should get better by tomorrow. If there is any foreign body, it should be felt. I have very little suspicion about any medical need but if the area remains sore after 48 hrs, please see the hand surgeon. Good luck. Hope it helps.
Answered 6/15/2021
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