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I cut tip of my finger on the 4th and at the er they glued the skin around the cut/placed a splint and bandaids on it. i was told to not submerge it in water. i would like to know if i can wash it bc it smells. no signs of infection/other concern?

Q: i cut tip of my finger on the 4th and at the er they glued the skin around the cut/placed a splint and bandaids on it. i was told to not submerge it in water. i would like to know if i can wash it bc it smells. no signs of infection/other concern?

: Usually we recommend changing the initial dressing after 48 hours. How long did you keep it on? Thereafter, clean with soap and water, pat dry,apply a thin layer of antibacterial ointment and rebandage daily. It's a good idea to have your physician check the wound at this time and advise you.

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Usually we recommend changing the initial dressing after 48 hours. How long did you keep it on? Thereafter, clean with soap and water, pat dry,apply a thin layer of antibacterial ointment and rebandage daily. It's a good idea to have your physician check the wound at this time and advise you.

Answered 7/13/2022

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A member asked:

I cut tip of my finger on the 4th and at the er they glued the skin around the cut/placed a splint and bandaids on it. i was told to not submerge it in water. i would like to know if i can wash it bc it smells. no signs of infection/other concern?

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