5. Dark Bruising
Pain and swelling are the initial symptoms experienced with a scaphoid fracture and should be the first sign that gets you straight to the doctor in order to have x-rays done and the relevant injury properly treated. Dark bruising is also something to look for which can signal a likely scaphoid fracture.
This bruising is usually located around the site of the bruise or fracture – and with a scaphoid injury, it can be all around the wrist, or only on one side. It might even bruise only around the thumb’s base, where the scaphoid bone is located in the wrist.
If you happen to notice that bruising happens faster, easier or a different shade than normal outside of just one single event, it can point to some underlying tissue and blood-related disorders: See your doctor as soon as possible and remember to note any other symptoms you’re experiencing to ensure an accurate diagnosis.