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Pain In The Arm With Swelling. Chances Of Fracture?

Hi! I tackled during a rugby practice and I must have fell wrong because I have developed a large swelled are, not really a bump but almost. It immediately swelled. I can move my arm but it hurts to the touch. It is just beside my elbow . I have been icing it for 2 days but it doesn t seem to be going down. Could this possibly be a fracture? When should I consult a doctor?
Mon, 1 Apr 2013
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Orthopaedic Surgeon, Joint Replacement,  's  Response
Hello,
Thanks for writing to us.
It might be soft tissue injury or fracture.

Without X-ray, it is difficult to differentiate a fracture from others. I suggest you to consult an orthopaedician nearby for a detailed examination. You may get the X-ray of the area affected under his/her guidance.

In the interim,beside icing to the affected area,take anti-inflammatory drug like motrin to reduce pain and inflammation. Avoid lifting and rest well.

Hope this information helps you.
Wishing you good health...
Regards.
Dr Saurabh Gupta.
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Pain In The Arm With Swelling. Chances Of Fracture?

Hello, Thanks for writing to us. It might be soft tissue injury or fracture. Without X-ray, it is difficult to differentiate a fracture from others. I suggest you to consult an orthopaedician nearby for a detailed examination. You may get the X-ray of the area affected under his/her guidance. In the interim,beside icing to the affected area,take anti-inflammatory drug like motrin to reduce pain and inflammation. Avoid lifting and rest well. Hope this information helps you. Wishing you good health... Regards. Dr Saurabh Gupta.