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My doctor diagnosed me with broken elbow. just checking - what's the best treatment.?
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Depends: Depends n the specific nature, location and degree i'd displacement of the fracture. Some require surgical fixation while others need time and a splnt. Get an expert opinion quickly so all your options are available.
Answered 9/17/2013
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It depends: What kind of fracture and bad the bone broken, on bone or two bones and three bones. Ask your doctor he will tell you. Thank you.
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