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Suggest Remedy For Arm Pain Caused By A Fractured Bone

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Posted on Thu, 14 Jan 2016
Question: I just fell out of a tree and landed very hard and awkward on my arm. I have this hard white object poking through my skin. It hurts but I'm not in terrible pain to be honest. What is this thing? What should I do?
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Answered by Dr. Dr. Erion Spaho (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
Probably fractured/ dislocated bone, go to ER.

Detailed Answer:
Hello and thanks for using HCM.

I have read your question and understand your concerns.

That white hard object is probably one of your arms bones.

You should go to ER, get x-rays and examination by a Doctor, for probably a fracture or luxation ( dislocation ) of your arm bones.

Hope you found the answer helpful.

Let me know if I can assist you further.

Take care.
Note: For further follow-up it is advisable to consult an emergency medicine specialist. Click here.
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Suggest Remedy For Arm Pain Caused By A Fractured Bone

Brief Answer: Probably fractured/ dislocated bone, go to ER. Detailed Answer: Hello and thanks for using HCM. I have read your question and understand your concerns. That white hard object is probably one of your arms bones. You should go to ER, get x-rays and examination by a Doctor, for probably a fracture or luxation ( dislocation ) of your arm bones. Hope you found the answer helpful. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care.