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What Causes Soreness In Palm After Hitting?

I stupidly smacked my hand on a wall outside and a rusty nail made a small puncture in the palm of my left hand. It was bleeding a bit until I was able to get it cleaned w/ rubbing alcohol and put a bandaid on it. It s now 2 days later and my palm is sore in that spot. Should I go to the clinic?
Mon, 6 Apr 2015
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Orthopaedic Surgeon,  's  Response
Hi, I value your concern regarding the symptoms. I have gone through your symptoms, and in my opinion if its only sore, then probably its ok. you should watch for
1 Throbbing pain at night
2 Fever
3 Any discharge from the wound or pus discharge.

you need Tetanus prophylaxis and a short course of antibiotics under guidance of your physician
Hope this answers your question. If you have additional questions or follow up questions then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your questions.

Wishing you good health.
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What Causes Soreness In Palm After Hitting?

Hi, I value your concern regarding the symptoms. I have gone through your symptoms, and in my opinion if its only sore, then probably its ok. you should watch for 1 Throbbing pain at night 2 Fever 3 Any discharge from the wound or pus discharge. you need Tetanus prophylaxis and a short course of antibiotics under guidance of your physician Hope this answers your question. If you have additional questions or follow up questions then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your questions. Wishing you good health. Special note- Any medication prescribed needs to be taken after consultation with your personal doctor only.