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What to do if i fell on my wrist 3 days ago & it still hurts?

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Dr. Lori Lange answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

See a Doctor: You may need to get a wrist X ray to rule out a broken bone. Take some over the counter medication to help with the pain. Can use an ice pack and ace bandage to the wrist.

Answered 5/21/2017

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