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What Causes Painful And Swollen Fingers After An Injury?
I had my fingers (left pinky &left ring finger) smashed in my machine at work had xray said no broken bones but i still have pain and swelling and the tips are still numb. Why would that be? There is bruising significantly on outside but few dots on my pinky and a line on my ring finger.
Mon, 22 Jun 2015
Thanks for your question. I my opinion as there is no visible fracture on X-ray, the pain and swelling will come down gradually in about 3-4 weeks.
As you smashed your fingers the muscle tissue and ligaments might have damaged, it will take some time to heal.
Try to keep the bruises clean and if possible apply some antibiotic ointment.
Hope I have answered your question. If you have any further questions I will be happy to help you. Wish you good health. Have a nice day.
As you smashed your fingers the muscle tissue and ligaments might have damaged, it will take some time to heal.
Try to keep the bruises clean and if possible apply some antibiotic ointment.
Hope I have answered your question. If you have any further questions I will be happy to help you. Wish you good health. Have a nice day.
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