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Hard collision of someone else's head on my cheekbone it's swollen, tender and bruising. (pain persists) is there a possibility for a small fracture?
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Yes: yes, there is a possibility for a small fracture with that kind of hit. I would see my local MD to evaluate the area. No worries
Answered 4/14/2016
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