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I smashed my finger 2 days ago nail is black and it's swollen should i get it drained or wait till the nail falls off i'm in a lot of pain ?
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Drain if in pain: If the nail is causing you a lot of pain, it's a good idea to see your doc to have it properly drained. The process will involve burning a hole in the nail with a small, hot wire, allowing the collected blood to drain out. Eventually the nail will likely fall off on its own but draining it will release the pressure relieve the pain.
Answered 7/5/2012
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See md: If you are in lot of pain there is possibility of broken finger. A x-ray may be ne essay to rule out a fracture.
Answered 12/20/2012
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Immediate attention: is needed , go to ER will X-ray to rule out fracture and drain the blood to relive the pain and prevent cut off of blood supply by pressure built up in the pulp space , which may cause bone necrosis due to loss of blood supply . Do not wait see the ER doctor
Answered 5/12/2015
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