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

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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 (6 hours 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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