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X-rays showed signs of aged fractures above the wrist and ankle on the right hand side - what's going on?
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X-rays: Usually will show signs of old fractures. If you had them without knowing they were fractured their could be multiple causes and seek out orthopedic consult.
Answered 4/26/2014
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