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I have a huge bruise on the inside of my arm. my wrist is very sore to the touch and has swelling. should i get an xray or just wrap it?

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Dr. Gerald Klein answered

Depends: Did you fall or have other significant trauma. If so, x-ray probably prudent to exclude a fracture. Even if you don't remember, it sounds like you have pretty significant symptoms. At the least, I would see your doctor and let him evaluate it.

Dr Aranador and another doctor agreed

Answered 5/1/2015

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A member asked:

I have a huge bruise on the inside of my arm. my wrist is very sore to the touch and has swelling. should i get an xray or just wrap it?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Gerald Klein answered

Dr Aranador and another doctor agreed

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