What Happens If You Don't Take out a Splinter?

The video discusses the body's immune response to splinters, comparing organic materials like wood to inorganic ones like glass. Organic splinters cause more inflammation and can harbor harmful bacteria and fungi, leading to diseases like tetanus and sporotrichosis. In contrast, inorganic splinters cause less reaction and may be left in the body if removal is too damaging. The video concludes with a call to action for viewer engagement.

What are the differences in the immune response to organic splinters compared to inorganic ones?

Why might doctors recommend leaving small pieces of glass or metal inside the body?

What role do white blood cells play when a splinter enters the skin?

How do wooden splinters trigger a stronger immune response compared to glass splinters?

What is sporotrichosis and how is it related to splinters?