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How To Treat Swollen Injured Pinky?
Hi, My 9 year old daughter was in gym yesterday and apparently landed on her left pinkie bending it back. Swollen last night and bruised knukle. Also noticed bruising on inside botten of finger & between next finger. Can only bend halfway and says hurts to move torward finger next to it.
Fri, 24 Apr 2020
Hi,
Get the X-ray done to rule out any fracture. Till then apply ice pack, give over the counter painkillers and apply diclofenac gel.
Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Jaideep Gaver, Orthopedic Surgeon
Get the X-ray done to rule out any fracture. Till then apply ice pack, give over the counter painkillers and apply diclofenac gel.
Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Jaideep Gaver, Orthopedic Surgeon
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