Hi. It Feels Like I Have A Mild Bruise On

Posted on Tue, 1 Oct 2019

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Question : Hi. It feels like I have a mild bruise on the inner side of my heel. It started eight weeks ago when I tripped walking down a steep hill and stopped myself by putting my way onto that spot on my heel. It does feel better than it did but eight weeks later I still feel like I have a bruise. There is barely a slight bump the size of a dime visible. No discoloration. I can walk almost normally with little or no pain. Is this something I should get an x-ray on or continue to treat it lightly?

Answered by Dr. Olgeta Xhufka (2 hours later)

Brief Answer:
No need for x-ray.

Detailed Answer:
Hello dear, welcome to Ask a doctor service.
I read your query and here is my advice.

I don't think this is something that requires a x-ray. I think the bruising you are complaining may be related to trauma and injury you experiences while walking.
It would be better if you attach a photo of the bruising in reports for me to see its conditions.
I think you would better keep the limb at rest as much as possible. Avoid long walkings and staying on your feet for long.
Wear appropriate shoes, wide and comfortable.

Hope I have answered the question.
Let me know if I can assist you further.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Raju A.T

Follow up: Dr. Olgeta Xhufka (52 minutes later)

Thank you very much Dr. Xhufka.
Here's is a screenshot/photo of my foot. As you can see, no discoloration, only a very light bump that is very soft and doesn't feel like a bump.
https://www.screencast.com/t/ws82KREl
Thank you

Answered by Dr. Olgeta Xhufka (10 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Please send a photo.

Detailed Answer:
I have not yet received the photo.
Please send it to YYYY@YYYY .
It is necessary to see it.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Nagamani Ng

Follow up: Dr. Olgeta Xhufka (7 hours later)

I just emailed it. The same photo is seen at this link too: https://www.screencast.com/t/ws82KREl
Thank you

Answered by Dr. Olgeta Xhufka (2 hours later)

Brief Answer:
No bruising is seen.

Detailed Answer:
Hello dear, I see the photo you attached.
The skin is perfectly normal and no discolouration or bruising is seen.
I don't think this is something to worry about.
Just keep in mind to have wide and comfortable shoes. Avoid long walks. You will feel better in few days.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Yogesh D