Finger, Hand, And Wrist Injuries: Check Your Symptoms
When to See a Doctor
You have answered Yes to:Did you feel or hear a snap, pop, or grating in your finger, hand, or wrist?
See significance of a snap, pop or grating if you need information to help you answer the questions below.
Review health risks that may increase the seriousness of your symptoms.
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Call your health professional immediately if you answer "Yes" to any of the following questions.
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Did you feel or hear a snap, pop, or grating, and a lot of swelling developed within 30 minutes after the injury?
Did you feel or hear a snap, pop, or grating, and your finger, hand, or wrist looks twisted, bent, or out of its normal position?
Did you feel or hear a snap, pop, or grating, and you are unable to move your hand or wrist normally?
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Call your health professional today if you answer "Yes" to any of the following questions.
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Did you feel or hear a snap, pop, or grating, but you do not have other changes?
Does your finger, hand, or wrist feel unstable when you try to use it?
If you have answered "No" to the above questions, go back to Check Your Symptoms and continue to answer the questions to evaluate your symptoms.
| Last updated: | November 13, 2008 |
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| Author: | Jan Nissl, RN, BS |
| Reviewed By: | William M. Green, MD - Emergency Medicine, H. Michael O'Connor, MD - Emergency Medicine |
| Editors: | Susan Van Houten, RN, BSN, MBA, Tracy Landauer |
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