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My finger is slightly crooked after an injury that is now healed. have i by any chance fractured it without knowing? and how can it be corrected?

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Dr. Jalal Zuberi answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Possible: If possible, check with your GP to get an Xray, which will show sign of recent fracture with healing. They can then recommend a splint for your finger to minimize curvature. Feel better:)

Dr Rhoads and another doctor agreed

Answered 11/1/2015

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