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I injured my fourth metacarpal and knuckle. when i press on my knuckle and move my finger my knuckle feels cracked and not normal is it broken?
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Be seen: It sure sounds like you could have a metacarpal fracture, particularly if you had sufficient mechanism such as a fall or you struck something with your fist. I would sure be seen for an X-ray to optimize long term outcome.
Answered 12/22/2015
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