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Are the symptoms of finger pulp infection bad?

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Red and Pain: A red, swollen, very painful pulp (pad at finger tip).

Dr Hadied and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 10/3/2016

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Possibly: Finger pulp infections can be mild to severe and can cause bone infection. This should be evaluated by a doctor as soon as possible.

Answered 9/28/2016

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