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Can you have a fracture, that was not seen on x-ray?
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Yes: Certain fractures around the elbow, wrist, and hand can be missed on high quality x-rays. If you have persistent pain following an injury, it is important to consult your physician and to see if additional diagnostic studies (e.g. Repeat x-rays, cat scans, or MRI scans) might be helpful.
Answered 3/23/2019
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Yes: This situation is very common in children. If there is a history of trauma and pain over the bone or the growth plate then they are typically treated with a cast or splint for three weeks.
Answered 6/8/2013
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