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Swelling won't heal from months ago. feels ok now but still swollen.on the top side of the forearm near the wrist under skin sprained it(i thought). ?

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Dr. Katharine Cox answered

Specializes in Pediatric Emergency Medicine

Persistent swelling: Have it checked. It may be a cyst or foreign body as well as trauma. Your doctor should recognize the cause. All the best.

Answered 3/17/2017

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Dr. Karen Butler answered

Long time: Seems taking a long time to resolve so perhaps you did more damage than you thought. Better see the doctor for exam now to see what is going on.

Answered 3/17/2017

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A member asked:

Swelling won't heal from months ago. feels ok now but still swollen.on the top side of the forearm near the wrist under skin sprained it(i thought). ?

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Katharine Cox answered

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