i recently pulled a splinter from my index finger, now it's swollen and has been for several days. I applied ice to the finger and the swelling has not gone down. What should I do?
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My old standby - soak it in hot as you can stand SALTY water. It helps draw out any infection and improves the circulation to help the area heal.
But we CLL/SLL types have to be aware of any infection as we do not have the ability to fight them like others do. Are you monitoring your temperature to ensure it is still normal? Is the infection spreading? If you have concerns you should get to the doctor for any changes.
I would do much the same as Marie-54. I would soak it in hot water/empson salt....then I put Bag Balm on it with a bandaid. BagBalm is in the US and is a drawing salve. My cure all!!! Then I watch for signs of infection and keep an eye on my temp. Good luck! 😍☘️🙏💕
cllady01Former Volunteer
williamsw, have you been diagnosed with CLL? This is a forum of CLL patients who are sharing and supporting one another in dealing with that cancer.
NewdawnAdministrator
Do you have a CLL diagnosis William or is this just a general health enquiry?
You beat me to it cllady!
Newdawn
I'm sorry folks...I did not know this was a CLL patient forum. Thank you for your help
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