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How long hairline fracture heal?
I am the mother of a 13 year old kid. He injured himself yesterday in the playground and the x-ray shows a hairline fracture. The doctor has put on a bandage but has not given a definite time as to when will it heal. I want to know how long hairline fracture heal?
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In a 13 year old kid hairline fracture shd heal in 3-4 weeks. However it's better to put a cast (plaster) than a bandage. Please consult any orthopedic consultant.
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