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I hurt my index finger by bending it back too far last sept. it still hurts & i can't do a lot like open things or squeeze it. will it just get better?

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Dr. Marlis Gonzalez fernandez answered

Unlikely: If it has not resolved in all this time it probably will not. Medical evaluation by a hand specialist is necessary for evaluation and possible treatment.

Answered 3/2/2013

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A member asked:

I hurt my index finger by bending it back too far last sept. it still hurts & i can't do a lot like open things or squeeze it. will it just get better?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Marlis Gonzalez fernandez answered

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