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A member asked:

My friend broke her wrist does she have to see the doctor every week?

4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Not unless she: Is having problems with the wrist!

Dr Merriman agreed

Answered 1/21/2014

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Dr. Jeffrey Wint answered

Specializes in Hand Surgery

Wrist fracture: may need to be monitored closely if it is potentially unstable or if the injury led to significant swelling

Dr Mallia agreed

Answered 12/3/2018

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