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Macrophages surround the area and recruit neutrophils which are the major component of pus. Complement proteins attach to the surface of the splinter and recruit other immune cells from the blood.

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How do you get a splinter in your finger?

If you rub your finger against loose wood then you might get a splinter.


How do you use the word splinter in a sentence?

i have a splinter in my finger


Your finger is swelling because of splinter?

If your finger is swelling due to a splinter, it's important to remove the splinter carefully to prevent further irritation or infection. Clean the area with soap and water, then use tweezers or a needle to extract the splinter. After removal, apply an antiseptic and cover the wound with a bandage. If swelling persists or if you notice signs of infection, consult a healthcare professional.


Why don't you feel pain or bleed when a splinter is removed from the finger?

because there is no nerve activity


Which type of cell would most likely respond to a splinter in your finger?

White blood cells


What is the ICD-9 code for wood splinter in the fingertip?

Should be 915.6 (Superficial foreign body (splinter) of finger(s), without major open wound, without mention of infection)


How do you get fiberglass out of your finger?

Get some duct tape and smooth it over the area very well and then rip it off your finger - guaranteed that splinter will come out! If it doesn't work...try to find the exact spot put a touch of super glue on it and after it's dry, scrape it off - the splinter will come out!


Can you die if you have a splinter in your finger for a long time?

Yes and no because depending on the wood you may get wood poisoning and get sick and die from it :(


What type of microscope would you use to observe a splinter in the finger?

A light microscope would be suitable to observe a splinter in the finger as it provides enough magnification and resolution to see small objects like splinters. Additionally, a dissecting microscope could also be used for larger splinters to examine them in more detail.


What do you do in patient zero's stomach on island virus hunter?

In the stomach, shoot stray viruses and use the coagulator to close an ulcer. Then you will recieve an alert about a splinter on Joe's finger. Travel to the finger to investigate.


Why doesn't it hurt when you remove a splinter from your finger?

because when the current and texture relase into your skin when the splinter goes in, it reacts with the wood current when removing from your finger. Also wood is a highly recommend able with injury and death so it consists of plainful insulaters. Also Vampires are "supposley" to die when wood/stake thunders into them. Hope I Helped :)


Can you put grimace into a sentence?

You just have.Well done!When I pointed the gun at him his mouth twisted into a grimace. = nounNina grimaced at Josh as he extracted the splinter from her finger. = verb