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Good evening... my daughter fell at school today she hurt her hand, she cant move her thumb she is complaining that it is sore from her wrist.. the thumb is a light shade of blue... please can someone advise she is 8 years old..?

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Dr. John Bodell answered

See below.: In addition to a X-ray and ice (not directly on skin). I would elevate hand above heart level.

Dr Rhoads agreed

Answered 10/1/2020

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A member asked:

Good evening... my daughter fell at school today she hurt her hand, she cant move her thumb she is complaining that it is sore from her wrist.. the thumb is a light shade of blue... please can someone advise she is 8 years old..?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. John Bodell answered

Dr Rhoads agreed

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