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Suggest Remedy For Debris From Gunshot Wound

i recently got a gun shot wound on my leg, inner thigh to be exact. i went to a practitioner, he took out what was visible and gave me antibiotics. i think i might have pieces still inside is it bad for my health do i need to have an x-ray and have removed fully?
Tue, 20 Jan 2015
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As you told whatever was visible has been taken out so I see no cause of worry.
Particles of gun are usually inert and cause no harm to human body.
But if you are having pressure symptoms like swelling , tingling and pain then you can get re-evaluated for further work-up.

Happy to take more queries! You can also write a review for me. If you would like some more information, I will be happy to provide. You can take a follow-up query.
Take care!
Dr. Sheetal Verma
Infectious Disease Specialist
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Suggest Remedy For Debris From Gunshot Wound

Thanks for your query at HCM! I am Infectious Disease Specialist! I went through your query! As you told whatever was visible has been taken out so I see no cause of worry. Particles of gun are usually inert and cause no harm to human body. But if you are having pressure symptoms like swelling , tingling and pain then you can get re-evaluated for further work-up. Happy to take more queries! You can also write a review for me. If you would like some more information, I will be happy to provide. You can take a follow-up query. Take care! Dr. Sheetal Verma Infectious Disease Specialist