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I think i broke my fingertip. it is back and blue under the nail, swollen and hurts a lot. it is also a litte numb. would anything be done? i can ben

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Pressure: Trauma to the finger tip/nail can cause pressure from bleeding under the nail. This can become very painful but can be instantly relieved by a simple procedure. Your finger may or may not be broken. See your doctor.

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Answered 11/14/2015

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