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How long will it take a broken hand to heal?
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6 wks w/ proper care: Most fractures take approximately 6 weeks to heal assuming proper care. Hand fractures can lead to deformity and pain; be sure to get it properly evaluated and treated. See your doctor (family doctor, internist or orthopedic surgeon) for best results.
Answered 10/12/2017
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Broken hand: Depends on what was broken, were any joints involved, did any fragments pierce the skin, was there nerve or vessel involement and was there complications e.g. Infection.
Answered 11/28/2017
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