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My forearm/wrist started swelling and is extremely painful. when i move my arm or hand i feel tearing or pulling movement? it's day 3 and worse?
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Ice, rest, nsaids: I would certainly take it easy for the first few days. Youre not describing a specific injury? If its a strain, you should gradually improve over several days if it doesn't you really need to be examined by an orthopedist.
Answered 10/13/2012
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