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My fingers didn't cross after hurting my hand (oblique fracture of the 2nd metacarpal bone of my hand) after getting my cast off weeks later, while making a fist, my 2nd finger wants to slightly cross my middle finger should i go to the dr now?

Q: my fingers didn't cross after hurting my hand (oblique fracture of the 2nd metacarpal bone of my hand) after getting my cast off weeks later, while making a fist, my 2nd finger wants to slightly cross my middle finger should i go to the dr now?

: This may be a minor temporary problem, but it should be examined by your treating physician or a hand specialist to be sure.The goal is to prevent any long-term problems with your hand.

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Dr. Donald Colantino answered

This may be a minor temporary problem, but it should be examined by your treating physician or a hand specialist to be sure.The goal is to prevent any long-term problems with your hand.

Dr Kuitems agreed

Answered 4/24/2021

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A member asked:

My fingers didn't cross after hurting my hand (oblique fracture of the 2nd metacarpal bone of my hand) after getting my cast off weeks later, while making a fist, my 2nd finger wants to slightly cross my middle finger should i go to the dr now?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Donald Colantino answered

Dr Kuitems agreed

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