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How To Heal Fall Mediated Hand Swelling?

My hand is still swollen a week after i fell on it. It is not painful because I attached a splint to immobilize my 2 fingers to the far left of the thumb on my left hand. When can I expect the swelling to go down? Do you think I need to have my hand X-rayed?
Wed, 11 Jan 2017
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Hi,

I had gone through your question and understand your concerns. I personally recommend x-rays on your left hand to be sure if there is any minor fissures or fractures minor contusions usually fade their swelling within 3 to 4 days, NSAIDs like Advil tab, topical gels, and an arm sling, try elevating your hand to decrease the swelling till you visit you specialist to exclude injuries. Please click THANK YOU and consider a 5 star rating with some positive feedback if the information was helpful.

Hope the above information helps you, Any further clarifications feel free to ask.

Regards,
Dr. Ahmed Aly Hassan
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How To Heal Fall Mediated Hand Swelling?

Hi, I had gone through your question and understand your concerns. I personally recommend x-rays on your left hand to be sure if there is any minor fissures or fractures minor contusions usually fade their swelling within 3 to 4 days, NSAIDs like Advil tab, topical gels, and an arm sling, try elevating your hand to decrease the swelling till you visit you specialist to exclude injuries. Please click THANK YOU and consider a 5 star rating with some positive feedback if the information was helpful. Hope the above information helps you, Any further clarifications feel free to ask. Regards, Dr. Ahmed Aly Hassan