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Having Small Bump Om Wrist And Thumb Due To A Fall. Dull Pain. Should I Go To Doctor?
yesterday my friend accidentally made me fall and i fell funny on my wrist and felt a small pop, now there is a small bump on my wrist (the size of a gnat bite) under my thumb and when i pull my wrist back i feel a pulling sensation and when im not doing anything there is a dull aching pain. should i go to the hospital?
Sat, 6 Jul 2013
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The small pop and then appearance of the lump is likely to be due to a tendon sheath injury. This can heal with proper rest and crepe bandage but it is best to confirm the diagnosis first after a direct examination.
I hope this information has been both informative and helpful for you. You can consult me again directly through my profile URL http://bit.ly/Dr-Praveen-Tayal
Regards,
Dr. Praveen Tayal
drtayal72@gmail.com
Thanks for writing to us.
The small pop and then appearance of the lump is likely to be due to a tendon sheath injury. This can heal with proper rest and crepe bandage but it is best to confirm the diagnosis first after a direct examination.
I hope this information has been both informative and helpful for you. You can consult me again directly through my profile URL http://bit.ly/Dr-Praveen-Tayal
Regards,
Dr. Praveen Tayal
drtayal72@gmail.com
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