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I landed on my finger, it started to get very swollen and tight i can move it a little bit but not much it isnt that straight often get pins n needles?

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Dr. Naresh Rao answered

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Seek med attention: You may have a fracture with some nerve involvement. Seek medical attention immediately.

Dr Griggs and another doctor agreed

Answered 12/16/2012

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Dr. Rhett Griggs answered

Variable: Be seen to make sure you don't have a fracture.

Answered 12/16/2012

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A member asked:

I landed on my finger, it started to get very swollen and tight i can move it a little bit but not much it isnt that straight often get pins n needles?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Naresh Rao answered

Dr Griggs and another doctor agreed

Dr. Rhett Griggs answered

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