What Causes A Bluish Bruise And Lump On The Arm Post An Injury?

Posted on Sun, 14 Feb 2016

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Sun, 14 Feb 2016 Answered on

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Question : Hi , I just slipped in my bathroom and fell on one side , then I got bruise on my arm and was painful and now around area is bluish and there is lump on my arm under my wrist which is painful if I pick up something or touch it , otherwise no pain , what it could be , feel like little swelling too ,but my wrist is all good

Answered by Dr. Chobufo Ditah (21 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Monitor for now. Take Tylenol and Ibuprofen for pain relief!

Detailed Answer:
Hi and thank you so much for this query.

I am so sorry to hear about this fall. I have reviewed your information fully and this is not suggestive of a major lesion such as a fracture. I think it is more of soft tissue injury and this will normally heal within 7-10days. I recommend you take tylenol and Ibuprofen for pain relief. Also, cold compresses and rest are advised. Keep me updated on every new development for evaluation and further advise.

I hope this helps. I wish you well. Feel free to ask for more information and clarifications if need be. Above all, thanks for using our services.

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