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What does a fractured thumb feel like

Can you please let me know if there is fracture on my thumb? Attached XRAY for details. If yes, please mail me.

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I have a fracture in my right thumb. I slipped on ground yesterday morning. There is swelling and pain at the base of right thumb. X-ray report shows a fracture.

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Operative/conservative management depends on site and pattern of fracture in thumb. Try: Immobilise the injured hand with a slab. Medications like Enzomac and Tendocare will help. Keep inured hand ele ...  Read More

I have got fracture in my right thumb and the foc asked to operate. He suggested to go for either reduction and fixation or extension block pinning

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Unfortunately without an x-ray I cannot comment. Only on seeing the x-ray can a comment be made about what should be the line of management. Dr Vinu Raj Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon MBBS MRCS FRCS( ...  Read More

By playing cricket i got fractured my thumb 1 and half month back from nowonwards. Now i seen x-ray report, bone of thumb was fixed in wrong place and m unable to move it now. Can you please suggest it it wiil be ok.

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Hello sir my right hand thumb has been fracture so dr. Are suggesting fr surgery of some k wire so what should i do? Is there any other solution?

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Hi thanks for query With out seeing the Xray I cannot comment on treatment. Some times these Fracture can be managed conservatively. ...  Read More

What all precautions I need to take for hair line fracture on thumb? And how many days I have to take precautions? Presently I have put finger splint on it and taking calcium.

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Fracture takes 4 weeks to heal..Apply ice and continue splint..repeat x-ray after 2 weeks to recheck.. ...  Read More

I had a thumb fracture and doctor advised me to take a wrist brace for 6weeks and 6weeks almost over now and I have removed my wrist band.. now I can move my thumb but I cannot move like before when I press something or do anything hard it's paining

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It is an intrarticular fracture (Bennet's fracture) 100% operative management is required at Day1. ...  Read More

Fractured my thumb 4 days ago, woke up this morning and I can’t feel it now

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Is there a plaster or tight bandage on the thumb? This could be because of a tight bandage or the fracture, so contact your Doctor immediately. ...  Read More

I got a chip fracture in my thumb, my doctor gave me anti inflammatory medicine and asked to apply ice pack. Is that enough to heal my thumb, its swollen and painful. How much time will it take to heal ?Is there any other treatment required?

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It will take 3/ 4 weeks to heal and what the doctor has prescribed is fine. for more saftey you can wear thumb spica splint to protect the thumb. ...  Read More

My right leg thumb is hair line fracture on 13/04/2017. I complete my 40 days rest. But still I have swelling and lightly pain.

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Swelling and pain is common due to immobilised a joint. So dont afraid this. U can do toe movements and some exercise and hot fermentation. For better result u can continue a physiotherapy ...  Read More

I had fibula fracture 6 weeks back and now my doctor removed the fiber cast and didn't even do xray . I am feeling pain in my ankle and feeling limp while walking .how much does it take for this injury to heal.

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If you still have pain you should get a X-ray done. X-ray will show your fracture union progress whether the fracture has united or not. Fracture healing depends on a lot of factors Your bone healt ...  Read More

Looking at the fracture and the postoperative X-ray, do you think he will be able to walk again? How much recovery can we expect?

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Hello! The x-ray looks good. The implant and fracture are in place Recovery depends on lots of factors like his age, body weight, mobility, bone quality & healing. He should start weight bearing as ...  Read More

Hi Doctor, I have split my toe thumb finger. Which doctor do I need to consult for this issue? And I have a flat foot. In the morning, I have a pain while standing from bed. Please help me.

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If the toe nail is dead you’ll have to remove it.see a General physician or an orthopedic surgeon for flat foot ...  Read More

Is there a fracture? Please confirm if I have fracture and also let me the severity of the problem and time required for complete recovery.

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There appears to be a small undisplaced fracture line involving the lateral malleolus. From the X ray shared, there is no obvious major displacement and the ankle joint alignment appears maintained. H ...  Read More

This type of infection is occuring frequently in the same thumb. First it starts with pain and after pus starts to accumulate near the thumb. Does this require medical attention. Please help asap

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This type of infection in my thumb is occuring very frequently. First it starts with pain and then pus gets accumulated near the infected area. Does this require medical attention? Pls help asap

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There is no PIc . Upload Pic and proper history ...  Read More

I had this scar on my thumb and i had rubbed it a little so it got red there.Could it be due to friction or press while driving scooty for longer distance or is it vitiligo im so concerned and worried about its Please help me understand and treat it.

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I noticed one black line on thumb of right leg . Please check the attached image Is it skin cancer ? Please check I am really worried

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Hello, Thank you for your query. • Based on the information provided, it is difficult to suggest the most appropriate treatment without a proper assessment, as several skin conditions can appear sim ...  Read More

Recently, left thumb injury and as per X ray confirmed bony mallet finger. Is it corrected by 5-6 weeks of normal splint use or it needs a surgical procedure!

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Hi, I am unable to bend both my thumbs at MP joint. It is since birth and my father and son has issue. I don't have any pain or swelling. The IP joint is perfect. What is this deformity called and can this be treated?

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Get xray and share clinical photo ...  Read More

Hey , can anyone confirm about any fracture in the attached x ray pictures of my left ankle which I got twisted very badly while stepping down the stairs. Also kindly tell mainly about the medial malleolus region of my ankle. I have attached pictures from different angles for better analysis. Thank you so much for your time.

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I have this line on my left hand thumb. It is same since start. I do recollect my hand caught in door but not sure if that would be the reason. Line is not spreading, darkening. Please advise. I am monitoring it. First photo is from February and second photo is June.

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Need history for proper advice. Please contact me using online consult option for proper treatment ...  Read More

From last one week my right thumb corner is paining and swelling is there.. what medicine should I take

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• Any history of injury or strain? • Is there redness, warmth, or difficulty in movement? • Please upload a clear photo if possible. This will help in giving a proper diagnosis and treatment advice. ...  Read More

My daughter is 3 years old. She has a slightly raised white-colored patch of skin on her thumb. What could it be? It has been there for the last 2–3 months. I am concerned because it is not completely flat; it is a little raised. She also has a habit of sucking her thumb at night.photo attached

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●𝗬𝗲𝘀 𝗶𝘁  𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗯𝗲 𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗲𝗻𝘁⻿ ...  Read More

My 3 month baby is thumb sucking both at wake time and during sleep.I am not stopping her. But after this behavior, she reduced her play activities. Her vocal play and focus towards play objects has been reduced. She predominantly likes to lay down and thumb suck and avoids her usual play and family member's interaction.

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Greetings Thumb sucking is common in infants for self-soothing, but a sudden reduction in play, vocalization, and social interaction should be evaluated by a pediatrician. This shift in behavior coul ...  Read More

3 month baby girl, for past 10 days thumb sucking and lip smacking and pressing increased. When I put her down after she slept, she instantly searches for her thumb and sucks a alot. During playtime, it is quite easy to distract but at sleep, she gets frustrated and searches for thumb if I hold it. She starts crying. I am worried Whether she'll dev

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It is common in young babies but as they grow they learn to use both hands for play and reaching. Still during sleep thumb sucking can happen. The best way to stop Thumb sucking in infancy is to use p ...  Read More

Hello, My mother (Age 61 yrs) has fracture plate in one leg ankle. Now fracture has healed. Is it reqiured to remove plate?

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If no problem, than no need to remove ...  Read More

Patella fracture and xray is attached just wanted to know whether immobilization would heal the injury or there is need of surgery. No swelling no pain person can walk bent knee without pain can do straight leg up while sleeping.

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upper pole, lower pole and transverse patella fracture needs fixation by surgical method. Kindly consult any orthopaedics for the operative management. ...  Read More

I got a fracture in my second metatarsal bone of right leg I'm sharing x ray images after 15 days of fracture Is it healing and going good or do I require surgery to fix it How many days more it requires to fix or join

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No surgery It will heal with rest, medicine and plaster ...  Read More

Hello Doctor, I am experiencing severe, throbbing pain on the inner side of my toenail (thumb toe). The area is swollen and the pain has become quite intense, making it difficult for me to walk. Could you please suggest any immediate treatment, such as a suitable cream or medication, to help reduce the pain and swelling? I am attaching photos fo

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This may be paronychia. Please contact me using online consult option for proper treatment ...  Read More

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