Finger, Hand, and Wrist Injuries
When To See a Doctor
You have answered Yes to:
Are your fingers or hands pale, white, blue, or cold?
See significance of pale, white, blue, or cold fingers or hands if you need information to help you answer the questions below.
Review health risks that may increase the seriousness of your symptoms.
Call your health professional immediately if you answer "Yes" to any of the following questions.
Yes Has a finger or hand turned pale, white, blue, or cold after an injury?
Yes After having a brace, cast, or splint applied, have your fingers or hand turned pale, white, blue, or cold? Note: See first aid for a cast or splint that may be too tight.
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.
| Author: | Susan Van Houten, RN, BSN, MBA | Last Updated: February 14, 2007 |
| Medical Review: | Martin Gabica, MD - Family Medicine William M. Green, MD - Emergency Medicine H. Michael O'Connor, MD - Emergency Medicine | |
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