A member asked:

I think i've got a hairline fracture in my wrist. it's the side of the pinky it got hit really hard against a metal pole. bruising and swelling hurts ?

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Dr. Richard Zimon answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Bruising: generally indicates bone damage which can vary froma bone bruise to a non-displaced Fracture! Get an X ray! ( if only to determine how long you can expect the pain to last) Apply ICE during first 24-36 hours then heat Hope this is helpful Dr Z

Answered 11/12/2016

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