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Sent to Health Experts March 09, 2006 9:27 p.m.

I have an 88 year old woman who has osteoporasis and high blood pressure. She has a swelling on her right hand. No bruising. It is quite warm. I have been using ice and advil today. She does not seem in great discomfort, but it is painful. What should I do for her?

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Female , Age: 66

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ice packs for 15 minute intervals and advil

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March 09, 2006 9:30 p.m. (2 minutes and 35 seconds later)

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