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I punched a wall last wednsday. my pinky knuckle is blue and is stiff. yesterday i couldnt even put my hoodie on without it hurting. today it is just stiff. i am going to the ortho tomorrow. should i really be going? is it fractured in some why?
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Yes: Yes it would be good to be seen. What you are describing could very likely be what is known as a "boxers fracture" which is a fracture of the neck of the fifth metacarpal and can require intervention to ensure a good outcome.
Answered 12/11/2017
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