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Wilderness: Sea Urchin Puncture (cont.)

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When to Seek Medical Care

  • Seek immediate medical care if the patient develops any breathing problems or chest pain.


  • Spines that enter at or near a joint may require surgical removal.


  • If the patient's last shot was more than ten days prior to the injury.


  • If sings of infection (pus, redness, increased skin warmth, worsening pain) occur.

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