A member asked:

My uncle was jus in a car accident his entire left side is numb his finger is becoming swollen what can he do to relive some pain?

4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Dr. Thomas Heston answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Get attention: Of course, after a car accident you should be evaluated by your doctor. For pain relief right after trauma, a simple thing that helps lots of people is to apply ice. I don't apply ice directly to the skin but instead use a bag of frozen vegetables or put the ice in a bag then wrap it in a towel. But please make sure he is safe and nothing really serious is going on, and get this checked out.

Answered 11/1/2012

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Needs evaluation: If the entire left side is numb and swollen finger he needs go see doctor or urgent clinic for evaluation soon.Meanwhile OTC pain meds as per label instructiins.

Answered 8/25/2014

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