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Is it possible for you to chip a bone in your finger?
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Yes: A chip fracture is common after some sort of injury. Often this is called an avulsion fracture as its usually a ligament pulling off a small piece of bone. Get an xray to make sure, you may need treatment.
Answered 1/5/2019
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