Middle-aged man h/o well-controlled DM II. Stepped on a sewi | Figure 1

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Middle-aged man h/o well-controlled DM II. Stepped on a sewing needle at home. Attempted to remove himself. Needle ended up breaking and patient was only able to remove part of it. Came to ED several days after incident occurred c/o redness/swelling/pain to area. How would you recommend treating?

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