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Suggest Remedies For Pain And Discoloration Of The Wrist Post An Injury

Hi, I have a question! While I was running through my house, i took a sharp turn into my room and slammed my wrist again the door frame. I have ice on it right now but its turning a bit purple and it hurts to move it! My mom says that is probably nothing bad, but I don t know if i should go see a doctor
Mon, 8 Aug 2016
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Since there's a bruise involved, you need to see a doctor to see if z-rays are warranted to look for a possible fracture. It may only be a contusion but it really needs to be checked out
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Suggest Remedies For Pain And Discoloration Of The Wrist Post An Injury

Hello Since there s a bruise involved, you need to see a doctor to see if z-rays are warranted to look for a possible fracture. It may only be a contusion but it really needs to be checked out