I fell while skim-boarding about a week ago and my left palm (mostly the area underneath my thumb) is swollen and hurts when I grip things and is somewhat dis-colored. It is a shade of red with some pale spots throughout the coloring. I used my hand to block my fall and my hand was outstretched, but my wrist doesn't hurt at all. I was wondering what could be wrong with it and how I could possibly make it feel better. I don't have any time to go to the doctor this week so I am looking for a few solutions. thanks.
2007-03-12 09:36:25 · 5 answers · asked by jdrum311 2 in Health ➔ General Health Care ➔ Injuries
umm...its not a worm...the discoloration is bruising..
2007-03-12 10:03:45 · update #1
find time to see a doctor -ER or urgent care. you need an xray and a referral to an orthopedist.
in the meantime, splint your hand, ice it, elevate, and treat the pain and swelling with Advil or Alleve.
2007-03-12 09:40:00 · answer #1 · answered by KitKat 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm really not trying to be rude...but your hand could be infected sweetie or soem worm...trust me I have just read a well reserched article on this. It could be a worm of and infection. Check with a doctor to be sure...but get help form a professional
2007-03-12 09:44:44 · answer #2 · answered by DJJDB 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Sounds like a carpometacarpal or Bennett's dislocation/fracture. You need to get to an Urgent Care or ER, not having time is not an excuse when it comes to your health.
2007-03-12 09:46:13 · answer #3 · answered by J W 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
see a doctor.
2007-03-12 09:44:32 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
could it probably be just bruising
2007-03-12 11:15:14 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋