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My left hand is a little swollen and hurts when i bend it back, but i haven't done anything to it. should i get it checked out or wait it out?

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Dr. Tariq Niazi answered

Rest it for 48 hrs &: Take some NSAID like Ibuprofen ( if your stomach can handle it). If getting worse then definitely see your pcp/orthopod.

Dr Fowler agreed

Answered 6/25/2014

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A member asked:

My left hand is a little swollen and hurts when i bend it back, but i haven't done anything to it. should i get it checked out or wait it out?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Tariq Niazi answered

Dr Fowler agreed

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