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

Suggest Remedy For Swelling In Finger Post A Fracture

Hi there... I fractured two small parts of my middle finger on the 1st of August this year and it is still really swollen in size. To give comparison the knuckle part of my finger is about 2x the size of the rest of my knuckles and that s no exaggeration Thanks for taking the time to read this! Ryan
Mon, 29 Feb 2016
Report Abuse
Orthopaedic Surgeon, Joint Replacement,  's  Response
Are all movements of finger alright?
Swelling post fracture may be because of 2 things.
1. Malunion of fractured bone,
2. Hypertrophied callus formed around union site.
X rays will show what is real reason behind swelling and treatment will depend upon the etiology.
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


Loading Online Doctors....
Suggest Remedy For Swelling In Finger Post A Fracture

Are all movements of finger alright? Swelling post fracture may be because of 2 things. 1. Malunion of fractured bone, 2. Hypertrophied callus formed around union site. X rays will show what is real reason behind swelling and treatment will depend upon the etiology.