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A member asked:

Closed the car door on my thumb. what should i do to prevent bruising?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Bruise: Nothing really, you can ice it to keep any swelling or bruising down.

Dr Rhoads agreed

Answered 9/15/2017

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