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Did something to my finger years ago and now that it has healed, i have a big solid lump. how to know whether i broke it or dislocated it?

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Probably broken: If the lump was caused by a dislocated joint, the joint would not move well and would be painful. If the bone was broken away from the joint, it could cause a bump without causing pain.

Dr Maes agreed

Answered 9/25/2016

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