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If i severely bruised my arm and it feels like i have constant pressure in my arm like i am retaining water could it be broken?
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Possibly: Based on your description, you should get an xray to determine if you have a fracture.
Answered 12/2/2012
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Broken?: It is certainly possible that your arm is broken. Broken bones (fractures) are difficult to determine by symptoms alone. You should see your doctor and get an x-ray.
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