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I have just injured my hand getting it caught in a drawer my concern is that the artery is selling up under the skin. should i do use anything?
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Probably NOT : an "artery" but the rupture of a small vein ..ELEVATE...COMPRESS ...ICE......and visit an urgent care center if the swelling gets worse. Hope this is helpful Dr Z
Answered 11/3/2018
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