HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

Bruised Thumb, Stiffness. Suggestions?

Hi, I did something simple but some how hurt my thumb. It felt like a pop and immediately a burning stinging feeling, and what looked like a blue vein appear!. Then within 5 hours I have a bruise. From what I can assess I think its the muscle at the base of the right thumb. It seems a lite stiffer to move but im not in a lot of pain. What have I done? And what should I do?
Wed, 10 Jul 2013
Report Abuse
General & Family Physician,  's  Response
Hi,
It seems that due to small tissue injury on your thumb might gave some infection leading to bruise and tenderness.
Go for one antibiotic and anti-inflammatory medicines to control infection.
Apply ice pack on the part.
Ok and take care.
I find this answer helpful
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer. For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service [Sample answer]
Share on
 

Related questions you may be interested in


Recent questions on Bruise


Loading Online Doctors....
Bruised Thumb, Stiffness. Suggestions?

Hi, It seems that due to small tissue injury on your thumb might gave some infection leading to bruise and tenderness. Go for one antibiotic and anti-inflammatory medicines to control infection. Apply ice pack on the part. Ok and take care.