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Ring stuck on finger!

155 replies

turtletime · 24/05/2018 22:33

Earlier this evening I was a fool and rammed on my sister's gorgeous new ring on my middle finger. 5 hours later it is well and truly stuck! We've tried every conceivable method, which has only shredded my finger (do not recommend the dental floss technique) and made my finger swell to about 4 times its natural size. I really want to avoid going to A&E due to embarrassment and inconvenience. AIBU to ask for any methods I may have overlooked.

OP posts:
PasstheStarmix · 25/05/2018 15:20

Have you tried DW40?

TerfsUp · 25/05/2018 15:21

OP, you need either to go to A & E or to the local fire station to have the ring cut off.

PasstheStarmix · 25/05/2018 15:21

You may need to get it cut off, this happened to my Mum and it got dangerous where her finger was getting its circulation cut off.

PasstheStarmix · 25/05/2018 15:21

WD*

ladymelbourne1926 · 25/05/2018 15:24

Op I'm sorry but if it's been stuck for that long you need to get to A and E, I e your hand and get some help.

ladymelbourne1926 · 25/05/2018 15:33

Ice

GhoulWithADragonTattoo · 25/05/2018 15:40

I got a ring stuck on as a child and needed it to be cut off at A&E. You cannot wait you may lose your finger. The ring I had put on broke several of the ring cutters. Your sister sound unkind to have left you like that.

MothertotheLordsofmisrule · 25/05/2018 15:41

Everyone makes stupid mistakes/errors of judgement.

Maybe your sister would like the ring back in presentation box complete with your amputated finger!

Go to A&E or use wire cutters at home if need be to relieve the pressure.

Please say you are at the hospital.

MintyChops · 25/05/2018 15:43

God please say it has been cut off, you poor poor thing.

GlitteryFluff · 25/05/2018 15:44

You need to go to hospital.
Go now before drunk bank holiday weekenders start arriving later!
It's sad, of course, but your finger trumps the sentiment I'm afraid.

LadyLucille · 25/05/2018 15:49

Is you sister with you?

If not, just tell her you managed to get it off and provide a replacement (that she never discovers is a replacement)

But to echo other posters. You need hospital, now.

londonfeather · 25/05/2018 15:49

Hope you’ve managed to get it off and your sister is cutting you some slack. It’s not like you meant to do it. If you don’t want to go to A&E (though it sounds like you really should) so you have a minor injuries unit close by?

Nottheduchessofcambridge · 25/05/2018 15:52

Looking forward to the update. Waiting to see if your sister is missing a ring or you’re missing a finger!

HeresMeh · 25/05/2018 16:03

This thread is really stressing me out!!!

I NEED ANSWERS!!!

FatherMacKenzie · 25/05/2018 16:17

I’d go to A&E or minor injuries maybe. If your sister tries to stop you, she is a cunt. Sorry to be blunt. Hey that rhymes!

Aridane · 25/05/2018 16:20

I hope you did go / are in hospital.

Sparklesanddiamomdsforever · 25/05/2018 16:22

I nearly lost a finger and had to have my wedding and engagement cut off, and I didn't leave it as long as you have!
I hope it's off now!

Candlelight123 · 25/05/2018 16:23

Go straight to hospital or get it cut off at a jewellers now! You are at risk of losing your finger or worse!!

MrsTerryPratchett · 25/05/2018 16:25

Go to the fucking hospital you enormous numpty.

I cannot believe the stupidity TBH.

FatherMacKenzie · 25/05/2018 16:26

Me neither MrsTP. I honestly thought this might not be real, but think it actually is!

Mrsemcgregor · 25/05/2018 16:29

Im lost for words that your own sister would see you in pain.

It may be a special ring, but we are talking about a part of your body potentially being lost.

PurpleStarInCashmereSky · 25/05/2018 16:32

OP I really hope you don't lose your finger over this.

Foodylicious · 25/05/2018 16:36

Hope you manage to get it off ok.
I had a nightmare with rings when I was pg

CanIBuffalo · 25/05/2018 16:37

So what does your sister plan?

londonrach · 25/05/2018 16:37

Go to hospital as you risk losing your finger in the next couple of days by sound of it. HOSPITAL now!!!!!

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