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How To Get Relief From Swollen Thumb And Broken Nail Bed?

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Posted on Wed, 18 Dec 2013
Question: I hurt my thumb and nail bed is broken. Thumb is swollen now and nail color turned into blue-ish green and paining bad. How to get instant relief on this?
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Answered by Dr. Shanthi E (2 hours later)
Brief Answer: ice packs and painkillers will help you Detailed Answer: Hi XXXXXXX Sorry about the injury, and the pain. For instant relief, you must apply ice pack locally every 30 mins for about 2 to 3 hours. You can take a Tablet of brufen 400mg right away to reduce the pain and swelling. Get well soon. Regards,
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How To Get Relief From Swollen Thumb And Broken Nail Bed?

Brief Answer: ice packs and painkillers will help you Detailed Answer: Hi XXXXXXX Sorry about the injury, and the pain. For instant relief, you must apply ice pack locally every 30 mins for about 2 to 3 hours. You can take a Tablet of brufen 400mg right away to reduce the pain and swelling. Get well soon. Regards,