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Hi KB; Let's suppose it was a 38 caliber pistol and the round/projectile severed the brachial artery.With few medical supplies, but being an MD, the companion would be able to locate the severed end
Hi Ashley; The numbness and tingling would indicate that some of the nerves in the finger were affected by the puncture. Additionally, since the bones of the knuckle were involved they will also radiate
Hi Jackson; Given the wound was deep and clean, the presence of blisters and the scab over the wound would indicate fluid under the surface creating the blisters. The fact that the wound is seeping
Hi Paul; Since the fingers have a great deal of nerve endings close to the skin, this type of injury affects the nerve endings and causes the sensation and shock you are talking about. It will take
Hi Don; Pain is always proportionate to the injury..Sorry to hear about this and glad you literally dogged a bullet. My guess on the swelling abating would be roughly 3-4 weeks before you notice
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