Lubbock, TX

A 27-year-old female asked:

fingernails turned blue on the 12th 12 hours after ligament surgery. still blue today. hand is slightly swollen, hurts to move fingers a lil bit?

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Dr. David Earle answered

General Surgery 31 years experience

Bruising?: Probably bruising, but you should call your surgeon and ask. Also ask whether or not you can send them photos electronically to potentially save you a trip in. Hope this helps!

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