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A member asked:

Hurt thumb punching someone in boxing. seemingly permanent lump/hard swelling on second joint and pain when moving?

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Dr. John Michalski answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Thumb: Fracture or sprain likely. Get x-ray & see orthopedic surgeon. Rest, splint, elevate, ice.

Answered 11/19/2012

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