Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with GoogleGet your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
Does A Pencil Lead Stuck In Finger Get Absorbed In The Body?
My son had puncture wound on his hand from a pencil and I was cleaning it out with peroxide, with a spray top and it looks like it got under the skin Tried to squeeze it out but he says he feels it in there. Any concerns or will his body absorb it?
Mon, 19 May 2014
No need to worry for it...it will get absorbed..but it will cause discoloration there which may remain there for long time..see for excess redness n increase in temp around wound site...
I find this answer helpful
Note: For further queries related to your child health, Talk to a Pediatrician. Click here to Book a Consultation.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer.
For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service
[Sample answer]
Related questions you may be interested in
Loading Online Doctors....