Had a broken glass injury eight months ago and it is still paining. Why?

Question

Hi doctor,

Around 7 to 8 months ago, I dropped a glass on the floor and got a fairly bad cut on my hand. In the local A and E, I had an x-ray and the doctor said that the nurse will have a look to make sure that there is no glass. Then, the nurse came in and patched me up. She said that she has been told to bandage it up as the doctor has thought it was fine. Quite often, I am getting pain where the cut is located and it feels as if there is something sharp. I do not know whether it is healed or there is something still in there. But, it does not hurt to touch or press down on the wound. It has scarred over now.

Answer 1

Hi,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

Since eight months have elapsed and there is no pain at the scar site, the likelihood of any glass pieces remaining inside is minimal. Pain experienced during the initial healing phase could be attributed to nerve regeneration, a process that typically takes a few weeks to months.

If you find the pain to be bothersome, there are medications available to alleviate nerve-related discomfort. It is essential to consult your doctor to discuss your symptoms and explore suitable medication options.

If feasible, providing a picture of the scar would be helpful as it may aid in understanding the depth of the wound and guide further assessment and recommendations.