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Broke left wrist 7 years ago and now lots of pain with movement and hand and fingers are swollen?

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Dr. Katherine Caldwell answered

Wrist pain: It is possible to get arthritis in the wrist after you've had a fracture there. You should see a doctor to have the swelling evaluated. Until you can see a doc, rest the hand as much as possible, try elevating the hand to reduce the swelling, and use ibuprofen 600 mg every 6 hrs to reduce pain and swelling.

Answered 3/15/2016

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A member asked:

Broke left wrist 7 years ago and now lots of pain with movement and hand and fingers are swollen?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Katherine Caldwell answered

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