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Had a puncture on the bottom of my middle finger on right hand. was done by a metal ring thing. with only slight rust but it has been painted or something so no rust went it. had tetanus booster 1-2 years ago. thoughts on if i should see doc?

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Your tetanus coverage is good. Watch the wound on your hand and if you have pain, or redness or swelling, go to an urgent care doc for a look. Also may need an X-ray to make sure you do not have metal in the soft tissue of your hand.

Answered 6/15/2021

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