My Wife Had Infection Cut Out Of Amputated Finger Today And It Still Has Fever In Hand, Is This Ok

Posted on Tue, 20 Oct 2020

Tue, 20 Oct 2020 Answered on

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Question : My wife had infection cut out of amputated finger today and it still has fever in hand, is this ok

Answered by Dr. Vasudha (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Its not OK.Needs medical advice.

Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thank you for the query..I understand your concern.
An amputed finger wound takes 2-3 weeks for healing,provided there is enough skin to cover the wound....in case it's an open wound chances of infection increases.
pain,sensitivity of the wound remain for a
longer time .
But to have infection with fever is not OK...it needs medical attendence.You need to-
-Consult your doctor for needful antibiotic prescribtion- & proper dressing advice.
-In case she has diabetes...a good dietic & medlicinal control is a must under guidance of her diabetologist.
-Vitamin C ,,D, B complex &others as per your health needs would Hassen the healing.
I hope that answers your query.Any follow up query is welcome.
Thanks.

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