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Dermatology (Expert Forum)
Red, Hot, Swollen Finger
Answered by
Alan Rockoff, MD - dermatology, Child Skin Problems
The Rockoff Dermatology Center
Brookline - MA
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Doctor's Answer
by Alan Rockoff, MD, Feb 25, 2003 12:00AM
, Feb 25, 2003 12:00AM
You need to see a doctor right away. If your finger is infected, you may need antibiotics, or even lancing to let the pus out. Of course, there may just be inflammation rather than infection, but I encourage you to find out as soon as you can.
Best.
Dr. Rockoff
Best.
Dr. Rockoff
Member Comments (1)
by joannem8, Sep 10, 2009 12:33PM
A related discussion, Swollen Finger was started.
