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I punched my hand and now it's been swollen for 2 days near my ring finger. it moves fine but its just swollen. should i get this checked out?

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Dr. Parul Krishnamurthy answered

Specializes in Obstetrics & Gynecology

Try NSAIDs: Use Ibuprofen or Advil (ibuprofen) or Motrin 600 to 800 mg q 6-8 hours post meals for 48 hours with ice packs 3-4 times a day and assess after 48 hours. Provided you have movement and the swelling is going down, this is reassuring, if not, get it evaluated

Answered 9/28/2016

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Dr. Randy Stevens answered

Specializes in General Surgery

Too late for ice: Yoy punched a wall two days ago. It is too late for ice. Try ibuprofen for a week. Over the counter and take it with meals. In the future try to count to ten so you don't punch a wall.

Answered 7/28/2014

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Dr. Philip Gilly answered

Specializes in Addiction Medicine

Yes you should ...: There could be a small fracture, or damage to the joint that will affect your dexterity in the future.

Answered 10/3/2015

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Swollen finger: try keeping hand elevated. Avoid heat to the area. Ask your doctor about taking Aleve (naproxen).

Answered 7/28/2014

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Dr. John Munshower answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Sure: You can never go wrong having an ailment looked at by a professional. Swelling after a punch is certainly normal though and since you can move it and have no other issues other than swelling, you can try an NSAID and resting it (buddy tape it to the next finger). If it;'s not getting better with that, than see the dr.

Answered 7/28/2014

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Yes: Get it checked and X-rayed to make sure one of the bones is not fractured. Best wishes.

Answered 5/11/2015

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