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Was working out today. injured my finger. maybe broke a blood vessel on the inside of my finger. it hurts a little. its red. should i ice it?

Q: was working out today. injured my finger. maybe broke a blood vessel on the inside of my finger. it hurts a little. its red. should i ice it?

: A bruise is just a section of broken capillaries. The treatment is rest, elevation, cold compress, and a wrap to prevent excess fluids from accumulating in the area.

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Dr. Yvette Kratzberg answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

A bruise is just a section of broken capillaries. The treatment is rest, elevation, cold compress, and a wrap to prevent excess fluids from accumulating in the area.

Dr Machanic and another doctor agreed

Answered 4/6/2021

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A member asked:

Was working out today. injured my finger. maybe broke a blood vessel on the inside of my finger. it hurts a little. its red. should i ice it?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Yvette Kratzberg answered

Dr Machanic and another doctor agreed

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