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I broke my thumb five weeks ago yesterday. got my cast off last week but it's very tender. is this normal? was a very minor break beside the nail.

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Yes: It is not unusual to have pain for 8-12 weeks and then discomfort for a few more weeks. The bone takes time to heal then mature.

Dr Coats II agreed

Answered 9/28/2016

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Probably: Fxs in the hand usually take 4-6 wks. To heal. However, the soft tissue injury around the fx can take more than double that time to.

Answered 8/12/2012

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