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I hit the palm leading to my thumb against the corner of a wall, forcefully. it swelled immediately. today bruised. limite motion of thumb.

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Dr. Thomas Wright answered

Specializes in Phlebology

? broken bone: Sound like you may have broken a bone in your hand . you should see a doctor and get an Xray.

Dr Juchau agreed

Answered 7/14/2015

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A member asked:

I hit the palm leading to my thumb against the corner of a wall, forcefully. it swelled immediately. today bruised. limite motion of thumb.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Thomas Wright answered

Dr Juchau agreed

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