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I jammed my thumb 3 days ago, it swelled and bruised right after. i have been wearing a splint but its burning now down by my wrist. what should i do?

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Dr. Emil Shakov answered

Specializes in Aesthetic Medicine

See a doctor: Could be a fracture and depending where on the thumb it could lead to avascular necrosis.

Answered 1/31/2014

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A member asked:

I jammed my thumb 3 days ago, it swelled and bruised right after. i have been wearing a splint but its burning now down by my wrist. what should i do?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Emil Shakov answered

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