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I hit my 2nd metacarpal on something. swelling in the middle of it&mild bruising on my knuckle&wrist. hurts to make a fist.fracture or bad bruise?
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No fx: if no deviation in ur m/t, may be no fx, may use ace bandage for comfort and complete rest for 2 wks. if intense pain later, may get X-rays.
Answered 12/30/2014
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