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How Long Does A Wound On The Finger Take To Heal?

Hi so 2 days ago I stabbed my finger near the base and it bleed a lot yesterday the knuckle was bruised and my finger hurt a lot when I moved it today while I was taking a shower I saw my palm and saw it was bruising near the middle finger. I haven't seen a doctor but the actual cut is healing and it doesn't really hurt anymore but should I worry?
Tue, 8 Aug 2017
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Hi i do care for your concern.
since it is a stab injury, its advisable to have a shot of tetanus toxoid as soon as possible, if you have not received in past 3 years.
since pain and bruising is there, i would advise
To consult your physician and get the wound cleaned thoroughly and have a full course of antibiotic to prevent infection and to fasten the healing process.
leaving the wound as such is not advisable.
Hope i have answered your question, If you have more doubts feel free to ask.
Than you.
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How Long Does A Wound On The Finger Take To Heal?

Hi i do care for your concern. since it is a stab injury, its advisable to have a shot of tetanus toxoid as soon as possible, if you have not received in past 3 years. since pain and bruising is there, i would advise To consult your physician and get the wound cleaned thoroughly and have a full course of antibiotic to prevent infection and to fasten the healing process. leaving the wound as such is not advisable. Hope i have answered your question, If you have more doubts feel free to ask. Than you.