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Caught my ring finger 7 weeks ago, ring had to be cut off and 30 stitches on finger. wound closed but finger still swollen. what will reduce this?
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Exercise: The swelling will eventually get better. Finger exercise and massage will help. Good luck.
Answered 9/16/2014
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