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Good day. how long does it take for a fractured finger to heal? is it necessary and important for me to go see a doctor again and maybe to take x-ray's again?
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Time is on your side: Without knowing the details of the fracture, it is impossible to determine the healing time. An uncomplicated fracture could heal in as little as six weeks but some could take much longer. Follow up visits and x-rays are, in part, protect you from potential complications of the injury.
Answered 11/28/2017
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