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How To Treat Injured Numb Finger With White Knuckles?
My boyfriend cut his middle finger while gardening last week but didnt apply any antiseptic straight after. He applied some days later. Last nite, his fingers looked swollen and he had white knuckles. He said there was some numbness but that didnt last long.
Tue, 26 Aug 2014
I think you people should definitely meet a doctor. It sounds like that wound is getting infected. It looks like it may need some antibiotics, regular dressing with at least betadine, and of course an injection of tetanus toxoid.
Please do try to go to a doctor. Dont try to diagnose and treat it yourself.
Best of luck
Dr Mittal
Please do try to go to a doctor. Dont try to diagnose and treat it yourself.
Best of luck
Dr Mittal
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