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About four days ago, i punched something. now, the 4th and 5th knuckles still appear larger than normal with some stiffness and pain with pressure. is it possible that theymight be broken?
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Fracture: A fracture is likely. An x-ray would help make the diagnosis and assist with appropriate treatment.
Answered 8/6/2015
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Fracture Metacarapal: We call them boxers fractures, a "boxer's fracture" occurs as a result of axial loading of the 4th and/or 5th transverse neck of the metacarpal bone secondary to an indirect force such as striking an object with a closed fist
Answered 12/29/2022
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Swelling: Can be associated with fracture or contusion but if you have any sign of skin break such as a cut or small scratch and you could have hit someone in the mouth there can be a very serious infection that needs urgent treatment , these so called fight bite injuries are serious. So for persistent swelling get evaluated even if there is not skin break.
Answered 2/22/2016
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Probably broken: Get and xray from your doctor or urgent care you may need a splint to preserve full function.
Answered 12/21/2012
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