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How should i treat my sprained hand/wrist after 6 weeks it is still very painful?

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Dr. Francisco Schwartz-Fernandes answered

You need a doctor: I need more details to answer. You need to be evaluated with xrays, because several things could have happened.

Dr Michalski agreed

Answered 5/20/2017

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