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Does a broken hand hurt once cast is removed?

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Dr. Gary Pess answered

Specializes in Hand Surgery

Yes: It usually does. Be careful with it, it takes more time out of the cast to fully heal.

Dr Bowen agreed

Answered 6/10/2018

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