Splinters are small pieces of wood that enter the skin and cause a great deal of pain. A person can get a splinter from many different sources, all of which involve some form of wood. It may seem unusual to contact a health clinic to have a splinter removed, but splinters can become infected and even cause a form of poisoning. Typical splinter infection will produce pain, redness, swelling, and pus at the insertion point. If the splinter is not removed completely, symptoms may continue until it is removed completely. Keep in mind that EZCare Clinic does not provide treatment for puncture wounds, and we may recommend another facility of your splinter is not visible on the skin surface or too deep to remove and if a patient has abscesses.
At EZCare Clinic in San Francisco, we assess your splinter, level of pain, and establish a personalized care plan that fits your lifestyle.
To learn more about how we can help you find splinter relief, call EZCare Clinic in San Francisco at (415) 966-0848 to schedule an appointment today for a consultation.
Once your visit is complete, you may pick up a full summary of your condition and prescription at the front desk.
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