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If i hit my knuckle really hard and it swelled and turned purple immediately, is there a chance i seriously injured it?
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Burst vessel: The most likely for your immediate symptoms is a burst blood vessel. Although painful, it is not serious. A fracture is a less likely possibility but if symptoms do not improve soon, an xray might be necessary.
Answered 2/16/2016
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