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So i punched a wall last night and when i did is was all on the side of the hand and now it hurts to spread my pinky away from my fingers ?
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Two things: 1. You need an xray to be sure you didn't fracture a bone in your finger..the bones are small thus fracture more easily and 2. You need an anger management course!!! Hope this helps! Dr Z
Answered 7/11/2015
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You: might have a fracture. Go to an urgent care facility, you probably need xrays done.
Answered 7/11/2015
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