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My pinky is swollen and it gives at the top joint. heard a snap when it happened. is it broken?
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Tendon avulsion: An audible pop with pain and swelling is likely an extensor tendon avulsion injury, especially if the finger is difficult to extend or straighten. You need an orthopaedic surgeon evaluation.
Answered 4/27/2020
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