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What Causes Painful Swelling In The Finger After A Fall?

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Question : I fell playing tennis My left little finger is swollen painful but can move it is turning dark blue on the side and back what should I do?

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Answered by Dr. Aashish Raghu (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
Fracture?

Detailed Answer:
Hi there

Thanks for the query

It is possible you may have fractured your finger.

Splint it with the finger beside it using tape, but applied gently and not too tight. Apply ice. Get it xrayed to look for a fracture.

The bluish color will subside within a week.

I hope I have answered your query.

I will be available to answer your follow up queries.

Regards,

Dr. Aashish Raghu
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What Causes Painful Swelling In The Finger After A Fall?

Brief Answer: Fracture? Detailed Answer: Hi there Thanks for the query It is possible you may have fractured your finger. Splint it with the finger beside it using tape, but applied gently and not too tight. Apply ice. Get it xrayed to look for a fracture. The bluish color will subside within a week. I hope I have answered your query. I will be available to answer your follow up queries. Regards, Dr. Aashish Raghu