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What will happen if i don't see a doctor about my dislocated finger? will it pop back into place if it is out of place?

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Dr. Jose J Monsivais answered

No: The longer the joint is out of place, the less likely you are of having an acceptable result. With or without surgery.

Dr Ali and another doctor agreed

Answered 3/28/2014

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A member asked:

What will happen if i don't see a doctor about my dislocated finger? will it pop back into place if it is out of place?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Jose J Monsivais answered

Dr Ali and another doctor agreed

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