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Bone injury
Hi Doctor,
Please see attached x-ray took 2 weeks ago and today.
I see the fractured gaps increased compared to last 2 weeks.
And i worried about sharp edge on metarcarpel bone.(highlighted on x-ray)
If i wait for 2 more weeks will it cure or do i need to go for surgery?
Please advise.
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These gap heal if allignment is ok..The POP can be removed and checked for allignment.
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Consult doctor for allignment.
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Get a strict AP and Strict lateral x rays
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It is due to different angle and position of your hand position is good it is curable complete
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