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Suggest Treatment For Swelling In The Finger

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Posted on Fri, 1 Jul 2016
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Question : I have a swollen index finger. I've been putting it in water with Epsom salt. It's still swollen. I'm a Barber so I figure I probably have a cut hair in there.
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Answered by Dr. Chobufo Ditah (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
Please, upload an image for review!

Detailed Answer:
HI and thank you so much for this query.

I am so sorry to hear about this swollen finger. It is suggestive of a possible infection and would be nice to inspect this for proper diagnosis and treatment. I will suggest that you go ahead and send an image to me for review. This way, your response would be personalized and helpful. However, there is a high chance that you may require antibiotics for this.

To upload an image, click on the upload icon to the right of your dashboard and follow the onscreen instructions. You may also send it directly to customer service at YYYY@YYYY and request that it should be uploaded to your query.

I hope to hear from you and promise to respond promptly. Until next, I wish you well.
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Suggest Treatment For Swelling In The Finger

Brief Answer: Please, upload an image for review! Detailed Answer: HI and thank you so much for this query. I am so sorry to hear about this swollen finger. It is suggestive of a possible infection and would be nice to inspect this for proper diagnosis and treatment. I will suggest that you go ahead and send an image to me for review. This way, your response would be personalized and helpful. However, there is a high chance that you may require antibiotics for this. To upload an image, click on the upload icon to the right of your dashboard and follow the onscreen instructions. You may also send it directly to customer service at YYYY@YYYY and request that it should be uploaded to your query. I hope to hear from you and promise to respond promptly. Until next, I wish you well.