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What to do if i cannot tell whether my finger is broken or sprained?
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X-ray: To determine if there is a fracture an x-ray should be obtained. To determine a sprain clinical evaluation by a hand surgeon is best. This can be confirmed by mri.
Answered 5/14/2014
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