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What Causes Pain On 5th Metacarpal Of The Left Hand?

I am an 18 y.o female. I have hurt my 5th metacarpal on my left hand. Not sure how, it has been hurting for about 3 days, no bruising or swelling. Finger still moves fine but it feels like someone is pushing down really hard on the tip of the bone but slightly to the left side of the bone right on the joint where the pinky starts. It is painful to touch but if touched gently I can handle it. Is it a fracture or bruising?
Wed, 22 Apr 2020
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Orthopaedic Surgeon,  's  Response
Hello,

If there is no bruise or swelling then it should not be a fracture.There may be inflammation over the bone which may be in early stage. You should do following to have relief

-Take a good analgesic anti inflammatory agent like acetaminophen.Two to three times a day.
-Apply a compression bandage from below upward from middle of finger.
-Apply cold compresses over the affected part for at least two times a day.

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

Take care

Regards,
Dr. Mukesh Tiwari
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What Causes Pain On 5th Metacarpal Of The Left Hand?

Hello, If there is no bruise or swelling then it should not be a fracture.There may be inflammation over the bone which may be in early stage. You should do following to have relief -Take a good analgesic anti inflammatory agent like acetaminophen.Two to three times a day. -Apply a compression bandage from below upward from middle of finger. -Apply cold compresses over the affected part for at least two times a day. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr. Mukesh Tiwari