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What Can Be Done As I Fell On My Arms And Is Now Swelling?
I fell on my arm 2 weeks ago. I thought It sprained but discomfort has increased, slight swelling, feels better after icing. I can move my hand but push or pulling hurts. Do I need an xray? I have osteoporosis and have had broken bones before. This has not been as painful as those. Thx for any advice !
Wed, 30 Apr 2014
hi,
since its been more than two weeks that u have not had relief u should get an xray done for any bony injury. also as you said you are suffering from osteoporosis so the chances of breaking your bone are more even if you had a trivial fall. in the meantime u can
continue with ice packs
take antiinflammatory medicine like diclofenac sodium
u can revert back with any query
regards
since its been more than two weeks that u have not had relief u should get an xray done for any bony injury. also as you said you are suffering from osteoporosis so the chances of breaking your bone are more even if you had a trivial fall. in the meantime u can
continue with ice packs
take antiinflammatory medicine like diclofenac sodium
u can revert back with any query
regards
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