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My mom hit her hand on something hard while trying to show me something, & now there is a big swollen knot on her middle finger. is this serious?

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Probably not.: As long as she can bend and straighten her finger fully without severe pain, it is probably just a bruise. Ice it at least 3-4 times a day.

Answered 4/21/2016

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