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How to tell if i have a fractured arm or a bone contusion?
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Level of pain: A stable, nondisplaced arm fracture may present similar to a severe contusion. Typically, a fracture will hurt for a longer period of time. Also, a fracture usually can be diagnosed with radiographs.
Answered 9/22/2017
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