Is There Any Danger From A Thorn Prick From A Bogen Villa Plant?
I have a small spot on thumb that was stuck by thorn and has got a hard spot and soreness, is there any poison in this plant
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Bougainvillea thorns are actually tipped with a black waxy substance which can easily be left under the skin after you have been pricked. Although they aren't "poisonous" they are toxic.
Best thing to do is get to a doctor as it can worse if not treated. Depending how far along you are and whether there is an infection, you may need antibiotics.
Best thing to do is get to a doctor as it can worse if not treated. Depending how far along you are and whether there is an infection, you may need antibiotics.
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I stepped on a thorn from a bougainvillea 5 weeks ago. It was a dried clipping ready to go in the garbage. After 5 weeks- it had not healed- a large ball developed at the site with a lot of pain. I went to a foot surgeon and was immediately taken for surgery. Aside from being toxic- you can also develop staph or even sepsis from this... It is to be taken very seriously. After a very expensive surgery- a lot of pain- and 6 weeks to recover... I will think twice about walking barefoot anywhere near a bougainvillea! If you are pricked- definitely see your doctor!
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