Anyone who’s ever suffered a paper cut or splinter knows how debilitating the hairline injury can be — so you can imagine what a nuisance a literal hairline wound would cause. A 35-year-old man from ...

While they may sound unusual, hair splinters can happen more easily than one would comprehend. They’re small but painful, and if not addressed properly, can even lead to infections. Read on to know ...

Imagine getting a splinter, but instead of wood or metal, it’s a tiny strand of hair piercing your skin. Meet the hair splinter—a surprising and often painful issue, especially for barbers, pet ...

A splinter in your foot is no fun. It can cause pain, especially when you put weight on the foot with the splinter. Of more concern, however, is that the splinter could have introduced bacteria or ...

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