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While preparing fish, a bit of a fin got in my finger i couldn't remove it all. will it work its way out or should i see a doctor?
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See a doctor: You should see a doctor. Retained foreign bodies can get to be a nuisance for you if not removed completely. I have had many patients who came to me complaining of this sensation of always having something stuck in there. Often we have to get x-rays and explore under local anesthesia. They can cause local inflammation or infection. Tetanus is a risk too if your last tetanus shot >10 years.
Answered 9/3/2017
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