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Suggest Remedy For Swelling And Discoloration In Thumb Due To Injury

Hi I smashed my thumb in a metal door at work. The nail wasn t affected just a hair below it. It s been 3 weeks and it s still swollen and slightly discolored. Very painful. Hurts even when I don t touch it. Can t use for anything. I ve been wearing a splint since it happened because everyone says that s all that could be done even if it s broke. It s just the tip but should I get an x-ray or wait longer?
Fri, 19 Sep 2014
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Hello

First I will advise to send x ray and see pattern of fracture.
There is possibility of injury to ligament of metacarpal or phalange joint.
If you are having swelling and pain you can strap your finger to get proper rest to joint.

Use ice packs to reduce swelling, inflammation and pain.
For early healing you can take Tab celin [vit C] and antioxidant with anti-inflammatory [Tab enzomac plus ].

If you are in sports and want early recovery surgery is preferred.
You can send your x ray directly on my profile.
http://doctor.healthcaremagic.com/doctors/dr-vaibhav-gandhi/63503

Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries.

Wishing you good health.
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Suggest Remedy For Swelling And Discoloration In Thumb Due To Injury

Hello First I will advise to send x ray and see pattern of fracture. There is possibility of injury to ligament of metacarpal or phalange joint. If you are having swelling and pain you can strap your finger to get proper rest to joint. Use ice packs to reduce swelling, inflammation and pain. For early healing you can take Tab celin [vit C] and antioxidant with anti-inflammatory [Tab enzomac plus ]. If you are in sports and want early recovery surgery is preferred. You can send your x ray directly on my profile. http://doctor.healthcaremagic.com/doctors/dr-vaibhav-gandhi/63503 Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries. Wishing you good health.