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Dislocated finger with little pain at first, should i go see a doctor?

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Dr. Steven Brown answered

Specializes in Hand Surgery

Yes: Dislocation often associated with ligament injury resulting in unstable joint, or avulsion fracture involving the joint articular surface. You should follow up with a hand surgeon for evaluation, to include x-ray.

Dr Kass and another doctor agreed

Answered 3/24/2014

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