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What Causes Swollen And Bruised Wrist?
I seem to have a bruise and swelling on the inside of my wrist - it s discoloring now as bruises do when they begin to heal but I have no recollection of what may have caused this and am concerned there may be some internal cause. Would appreciate some conjecture. Thanks, Marsha
Wed, 9 Mar 2016
Hi Dear,
Welcome to HCM.
Understanding your concern. As per your query you have swollen and bruised wrist . Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like sudden impacts ,arthritis , rheumatoid arthritis , carpal tunnel syndrome , gout or ganglion cysts.I would suggest you to consult orthopedic surgeon for proper examination . Doctor may order CT scan , MRI along with physical examination , urine test . Doctor may recommend surgical removal or may prescribe antibiotics , allopurinol along with anti inflammatory . Doctor may also recommend physical therapy . For now apply warm compresses , you can also put your wrist in hot water tub for 15 minutes daily and take ibuprofen or acetaminophen for pain . Do not lift heavy object with arm and give proper rest to your arm .
Hope your concern has been resolved.
Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
Welcome to HCM.
Understanding your concern. As per your query you have swollen and bruised wrist . Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like sudden impacts ,arthritis , rheumatoid arthritis , carpal tunnel syndrome , gout or ganglion cysts.I would suggest you to consult orthopedic surgeon for proper examination . Doctor may order CT scan , MRI along with physical examination , urine test . Doctor may recommend surgical removal or may prescribe antibiotics , allopurinol along with anti inflammatory . Doctor may also recommend physical therapy . For now apply warm compresses , you can also put your wrist in hot water tub for 15 minutes daily and take ibuprofen or acetaminophen for pain . Do not lift heavy object with arm and give proper rest to your arm .
Hope your concern has been resolved.
Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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