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Is An X-ray Necessary For A Dislocated Finger?

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Posted on Thu, 27 Oct 2016
Question: I dislocated my finger a little over 4 weeks ago and got it back in place myself. I am still experiencing a great deal of pain and my finger is not straight, should I go to the doctor to get xrays?
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Answered by Dr. Prof. Kunal Saha (2 hours later)
Brief Answer:
Yes

Detailed Answer:
Thanks for asking on HealthcareMagic.

You should definitely visit a doctor and get X rays done. Had it fallen back correctly in place the problem would have already resolved. Based on the findings of the X ray, your doctor would be able to intervene properly.

Feel free to write back.

Regards
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Is An X-ray Necessary For A Dislocated Finger?

Brief Answer: Yes Detailed Answer: Thanks for asking on HealthcareMagic. You should definitely visit a doctor and get X rays done. Had it fallen back correctly in place the problem would have already resolved. Based on the findings of the X ray, your doctor would be able to intervene properly. Feel free to write back. Regards