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I smashed my finger and immediately swelled and small red dost appeared at the tip of my finger. the bottom of finger is also hard. what should i do?
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See a doctor: You might be developing an infection at the location of the finger trauma. More likely, you have a bruise and localized swelling. Either way, you'll need to see a doctor.
Answered 3/2/2014
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Depends: Depending on when you smashed your finger, and how much pain is involved, and injury is involved, will determine what your next step is. So if you've already iced it for awhile, and elevated it and it remains painful, you need to go to a clinic, where the physician can help examine it fully, to see if x-rays are needed or not. Plus, they are capable of doing a small procedure to relieve pressure.
Answered 4/16/2014
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