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What could cause broken hand?
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Usually trauma: Traumatic fracture is most common (due to striking the hand on something or an accident). Less common are stress fractures (due to repetitive small traumas or overuse) and pathological fractures (due to underlying medical conditions or metastatic processes). Tall to your doc about what might be the cause of your fracture. Usually a physical exam and x-ray are the first steps.
Answered 11/23/2016
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Most likely injury: The common cause of fracture of the hand is injury to the hand.
Answered 12/9/2013
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