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Suggest Treatment For Bruise And Sharp Pain In The Wrist
Last Friday I had blood vessels break in my forearm after I felt a pop in my wrist and had a sharp pain. I have bruise. TODAY, it is really aching and there is a bloodvessel enlarged on the bone in my wrist. I feel better when I put pressure just below my wrist. I tried calling my family doctor and they said they can t see me for 2 days. Should I look for a specialist? Go to emergency? Urgent care?
Thu, 28 Apr 2016
Hi Dear,
Welcome to HCM.
Understanding your concern. As per your query you have bruise and sharp pain in the wrist. Well the symptoms you mention in query can occur due to certain reasons like trauma , coagulopathy , anticoagulant medications , mongolian spot , local infection or hematoma . I would suggest you to apply cold compresses , keep the site clean and dry , apply over the counter antibiotics ointment and take ibuprofen or acetaminophen for pain . If condition doesn't get well then consult dermatologist for proper examination . Doctor may drain the hematoma , prescribe antibiotics like clindamycin or antifungal depending upon the diagnosis along with anti inflammatory . Doctor may also refer you to orthopedic surgeon for fracture , joint dislocation or hematoma.
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 bruise and sharp pain in the wrist. Well the symptoms you mention in query can occur due to certain reasons like trauma , coagulopathy , anticoagulant medications , mongolian spot , local infection or hematoma . I would suggest you to apply cold compresses , keep the site clean and dry , apply over the counter antibiotics ointment and take ibuprofen or acetaminophen for pain . If condition doesn't get well then consult dermatologist for proper examination . Doctor may drain the hematoma , prescribe antibiotics like clindamycin or antifungal depending upon the diagnosis along with anti inflammatory . Doctor may also refer you to orthopedic surgeon for fracture , joint dislocation or hematoma.
Hope your concern has been resolved.
Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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