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They are painful ( at least mine were ).
I caught a hockey puck that was shot into the crowd 7 years ago & have had bone fragments between my right thumb & forefinger ever since then.
I can feel them moving around & would like them taken out.
Depending on where you have them, you may be better off having them removed.
Talk to your doc to review your options.
What else can I help you with?
A sentence of fragments?
Fragments of bone have been recovered
What is corticated ossific fragments?
Corticated ossific fragments are pieces of bone that are surrounded by a layer of cortical bone, making them more well-defined and easier to distinguish on imaging studies like X-rays or CT scans. These fragments are usually associated with fractures or injuries to bones.
What is the risk of bone fragments remaining in index?
The risk of bone fragments remaining in the index is low, as bone fragments are typically removed during surgery to avoid complications. However, if any bone fragments are accidentally left behind, they may cause pain, inflammation, infection, or delayed healing. In such cases, it is important to consult a healthcare provider for further evaluation and treatment.
How can bone fragments be broken down by the body?
Bone fragments can be broken down by specialized cells called osteoclasts. These cells secrete enzymes and acids that break down the mineralized matrix of bone, allowing the fragments to be reabsorbed into the body for recycling and potential use in bone remodeling or repair.
What is normally found at a fracture hematoma?
Dead bone, Bone fragments and blood clot
What are ossified fragments?
Ossified fragments are fragments of bone that have turned into solid tissue through the process of calcification. This occurs when bone or cartilage undergoes a process of ossification, becoming hardened and less flexible. Ossified fragments can be a result of injury, trauma, or disease.
When a bone is splintered or crushed this is known as?
When a bone is splintered or crushed, it is known as a comminuted fracture. This type of fracture results in the bone breaking into multiple fragments. Treatment typically involves surgery to realign and stabilize the bone fragments.
What is cell fragments involved in clotting?
Some cell fragments that are involved in clotting are platelet that are from the bone marrow.
A bone fracture where the bone is broken into many fragments is?
a type of bone fracture producing many bone fragments is?
What is a fracture of bone breaks and fragments penetrate through the skin?
"compound"
What toys did poor people have in the olden days?
rag dolls, dolls or toy animals carved by their parents (out of wood, bone or soft stone), small earthenware objects, fragments of glass, pebbles, bone fragments.
What is a bone fragment?
A bone fragment is a small piece or part of a broken or fractured bone. It may result from a variety of causes, including trauma, disease, or medical procedures. Treatment for bone fragments typically involves surgery to remove or reposition the fragment and promote proper bone healing.
