Actually Hot Finger
Finger(s) - smashed; Crushed digits
First Aid
Apply an ice pack to decrease the swelling. Over-the-counter pain medications may help relieve discomfort.
If pain becomes excessive, with blood under the fingernail, talk to your health care provider. Your health care provider may assist you in taking the following steps to relieve the pressure and prevent the fingernail from falling off.
- Heat the end of a bent paper clip (or a similar size metal wire) over an open flame until it is...
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