
Fell Down And Landed On Hand. Started Getting Pain In Forearm. Fracture Or Soft Tissue Injury?

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I am Dr.Saurabh Gupta and I am pleased to answer your query.
It might be soft tissue injury,ligament injury or fracture with or witout nerve injury.
Without X-ray, it is difficult to differentiate a fracture from others. I suggest you to consult a doctor nearby for a detailed examination. You may get the X-ray of the area affected under his/her guidance.
You can wait till tomorrow.Till then apply ice packs to the affected area,take anti-inflammatory drug like motrin 1 tablet with food as and when required (upto 4 tablets daily) to reduce pain and inflammation. Avoid lifting weight and rest well.
I hope this answers your query. I will be available for further guidance if you needed.
Please accept my answer in case you do not have further queries.
Wishing you speedy recovery...
Regards.
Dr Saurabh Gupta

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Dr. Saurabh Gupta
Orthopaedic Surgeon, Joint Replacement
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