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Is Sharp Pain In The Knuckles After An Injury A Symptom Of A Fracture?
I punched a wall my middle and ringer finger knuckles on my left hand are swollen. it’s hard to move just because it feels tight but only a little pain when putting my hand in a fist. putting my fingers straight hurt worse like a sharp stinging pain. when touching my ringer finger knuckle it’s mushy and has the same sharp stingy pain to it. is it broken?
Wed, 18 Jul 2018
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The pain in knuckles can be due to a soft tissue injury also. Needs a direct examination to find out.
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The pain in knuckles can be due to a soft tissue injury also. Needs a direct examination to find out.
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Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.
Most often it could be due to contusions or bruises. However better to take an X-ray to rule out fracture. As of now you can take analgesics like ibuprofen or Diclofenac for pain. Apply ice packs over the affected region. Immobilize the hand for couple of days. If pain persist despite all these, consult an orthopedic and you might require an MRI scan.
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Most often it could be due to contusions or bruises. However better to take an X-ray to rule out fracture. As of now you can take analgesics like ibuprofen or Diclofenac for pain. Apply ice packs over the affected region. Immobilize the hand for couple of days. If pain persist despite all these, consult an orthopedic and you might require an MRI scan.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
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