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Does Swollen & Tender Arm/elbow Suggest Fracture?

I fell on my arm a couple hours ago right below my elbow. It is swollen, tender and tight, but I am mobile. I can move my elbow very little pain, move my fingers no pain just really tight on my forearm, but when I flex my wrist up or any pressure is applied it bring excruciating pain. Could it be a fracture or just sprained?
Thu, 14 Apr 2016
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Hi

Thanks for your query and Welcome to Healthcare Magic. I am Dr Akshay from Fortis Hospital, New Delhi.

Since you have suggested an injury due to a fall, i will suggest X Ray of the affected region to rule out a bony injury because the management may be entirely different in case of a bony or a soft tissue injury.

Do not hesitate to contact me if you need any further assistance.
You can also discuss your case and treatment plans with me in a greater detail in a private consultation.

Thanks & Regards
Dr Akshay Kumar Saxena
Consultant Orthopaedics
Fortis Hospital, New Delhi
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Does Swollen & Tender Arm/elbow Suggest Fracture?

Hi Thanks for your query and Welcome to Healthcare Magic. I am Dr Akshay from Fortis Hospital, New Delhi. Since you have suggested an injury due to a fall, i will suggest X Ray of the affected region to rule out a bony injury because the management may be entirely different in case of a bony or a soft tissue injury. Do not hesitate to contact me if you need any further assistance. You can also discuss your case and treatment plans with me in a greater detail in a private consultation. Thanks & Regards Dr Akshay Kumar Saxena Consultant Orthopaedics Fortis Hospital, New Delhi