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I think i broke my knuckle. recently i was kicked in the hand. ever since i can't make a tight fist cause my pointer finger hurts too much. ?

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Dr. Scott Hacking answered

Knuckle: You probably have a fracture. Get an xray. It is important to make sure the fracture is not displaced, because if so, it may not heal correctly and you may have permanent loss of function.

Answered 7/28/2016

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A member asked:

I think i broke my knuckle. recently i was kicked in the hand. ever since i can't make a tight fist cause my pointer finger hurts too much. ?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Scott Hacking answered

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