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Causes & Health Information |
Some Basics...
Symptoms of a Foreign Body (FB) in the Skin
Types of Foreign Bodies
Removal
Pencil Punctures
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CARE ADVICE FOR MINOR SPLINTERS OR SLIVERS |
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Disclaimer: This information is not intended be a substitute for professional medical advice. It is provided for educational purposes only. You assume full responsibility for how you choose to use this information.
Author and Senior Reviewer: David A. Thompson, M.D.
Last Reviewed: 9/1/2012
Last Revised: 11/15/2012
Content Set: Adult Symptom Checker
Copyright 2000-2012. Self Care Decisions LLC; LMS, Inc.