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What Causes Discoloration Of The Fingers After A Wrist Fracture?

My father in law broke his wrist last week (10/23/12) in a car accident. They were able to set it back in place without surgery. They wrapped his arm (no cast) and now his fingers have turned a dark purple. They're not numb or cold. What could this be?
Wed, 14 Jun 2017
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Orthopaedic Surgeon,  's  Response
Hello,

I think this is a problem of poor blood circulation especially venous blood return, due to any strangulation from the bandage, or your father in law has not kept the arm elevated above the heart level and that caused edema. Another more rare option is deep vein thrombosis. I suggest you should check immediately this situation with your doctor as it may lead to serious complications.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Edvin Selmani
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What Causes Discoloration Of The Fingers After A Wrist Fracture?

Hello, I think this is a problem of poor blood circulation especially venous blood return, due to any strangulation from the bandage, or your father in law has not kept the arm elevated above the heart level and that caused edema. Another more rare option is deep vein thrombosis. I suggest you should check immediately this situation with your doctor as it may lead to serious complications. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Edvin Selmani