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Dumbcane (Dieffenbachia) Sap Exposure: First Aid for Skin

Gina twisted a dumbcane stem and her hands are in bad shape. She asks what to do.

Expert Answer: For skin: apply triple antibiotic cream or consult a pharmacist. The expert is not a nurse. For the plant: cut off the damaged stem below the injury and let it regrow. Avoid handling the sap again—it's irritating.

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