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Can you tell me how i could tell if my knuckle is broken?
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Fracture/ Break: A medical examination, history and X-rays are needed to accurately diagnose a fracture/ break in most cases.
Answered 5/20/2014
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X-Ray: A positive x-ray with swelling, pain and possible decreased range of motion.
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