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I dropped a cast iron griddle on my thumb about a month or so ago. i've been in some pain lately should i have it looked at? its stiff and painful
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Get evaluated: You need an x-ray of your hand, it is possible you broke your thumb. Hand injuries with associated swelling can be serious.
Answered 12/9/2013
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