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I'm 18 male, i hit my hand and it swelled up, after the swelling went dwn a little, little boils came on my pinky should i be worried..
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Unlikely: Unlikely, but to be safe soak that area in very warm water twice a day for 5 minutes and apply over the counter antibiotic cream for 1 week. If it worsens at any time, see your doctor.
Answered 8/27/2013
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