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Most fractures that aren't compound in nature first and foremost hurt like hell; second, they always swell up a lot; and depending on the severity, they may or may not bruise, but usually if the bone is fractured bruising does occur - at least it has in every fracture I've ever had, and that's quite a few.
The only way to determine for sure of course is with an X-ray, but they normally want you to wait until the swelling goes down before taking it as swelling impedes the picture of the bone. Many X-rays in the past that were taken immediately after an injury would show no fracture, but on re-examination and another X-ray after swelling had gone down, the fracture would be seen. That's why today they usually make you wait before taking one if you're swollen as they know the picture won't be as accurate.
What else can I help you with?
What is the difference between a fracture and a hairline fracture?
A fracture is a complete break in a bone, while a hairline fracture is a small, partial crack in the bone. Hairline fractures may not be easily visible on imaging studies and can be more difficult to diagnose compared to regular fractures. Treatment for hairline fractures usually involves rest and immobilization to allow healing.
How is a hairline writst fracture diagnosed?
Any bone fracture is diagnosed through an x-ray.
What is another word for a headline fracture?
A compound fracture is another term for a headline fracture. It refers to a bone fracture where the broken bone pierces the skin, leading to an open wound.
What you call where bone partially broken?
A bone that is partially broken is typically referred to as a "hairline fracture" or a "stress fracture." These are small cracks in the bone that do not completely break it into two separate pieces. Treatment usually involves rest and immobilization to allow the bone to heal.
Jacob broke his ankle. He has suffered a bone?
fracture.
What is treatment of hairline pelvic fracture?
i have hairline fractures in 4 of my pelvic bone how long will it be sore when i do housework or move about a lot?
What kind of fracture is a faint line in the shaft of a bone?
This would be a hairline fracture or stress fracture. These only occur in weight bearing bones.
What is an incomplete fracture called?
A 'hairline' or 'greenstick' fracture are types of partial fractures of bones. A chip may also occur on a bone.
What is the difference between a chip fracture of the foot and a hairline fracture?
I'm pretty sure if you have a chip fracture it means that a piece of the bone has been chipped off. A hairline fracture means the bone is broken. However the break is very minor and most likely isn't broken all the way through.
What is a slight crack in the bone called?
A slight crack in a bone is typically referred to as a hairline fracture. These fractures are small and may not always be visible on imaging tests right away, often requiring a period of rest for healing.
What are the three types of fracture?
The three main types of fracture are: Closed fracture: the bone breaks but does not break through the skin. Open fracture: the bone breaks and protrudes through the skin. Hairline fracture: a small crack in the bone that may be difficult to detect initially.
What do you call the breaking of a bone?
The breaking of a bone is called a fracture. It can range from a hairline crack to a complete break, and can happen due to trauma, overuse, or medical conditions like osteoporosis.
