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5th metacarpal boxer fracture, splinted with swelling, numbness in my ring finger has began occurrin. Nerve damage from injury or because of swelling?

Dr. Zachary Veres, A. T. Still University Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine Answered Mar. 7, 2015
16 years experience in Family Medicine
Boxers fracture. Most likely from swelling and cast. Should be rechecked .
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