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arm laceration

i had an accident 2 weeks ago my arm went through a mirrored wardrobe ,i have 29 stitches and 9 internal stitches ,they removed only half the stitches because the stitches were not ready to come out on thurs ,i had burning sensation in my arm and wrist all last night and my arm feels very hot and my face is flushed and red ,what do u think is wrong ,
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I think you need to be checked for a systemic infection.  This could be very serious, so call the doctor who took out the stitches.  
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1340994 tn?1374193977
I'm glad you had it checked out and found the cause.  I certainly hope the nerves calm down and you get relief from the burning soon.  
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I am just back from the hospital ,i have got the rest of the stitches out ,i have also seen a plastic surgeon ,he says i have bad nerve damage ,its hyper sensitive and that why its feels like burning ,i have no infection in my arm thank god ,thank u for your reply ,karen
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