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What Causes Bruising And Swelling In The Leg After Injury?
Question: Hi there..I had a bad accident and fell on my leg, had 30 staples ...theres a large bruise on my calf by wound. swollen and lots of pressure. Ive been icing and keeping off it, Its been two weeks since my accident?....
Brief Answer:
Bruise and swelling are common and take time in healing.
Detailed Answer:
Hi , I am Dr Gopal Goel , Orthopedic surgeon.
I have seen the picture and read your description. this kind of wound can lead to swelling and bruising in the surrounding area and these may last for several weeks.
If the pain is not much and you are able to walk comfortably on the leg , then there would be no cause for worry. At this stage , 2 weeks after injury, Icing may not help much but active exercises like walking and moving your foot up and down will help.
Thanx for the question. Please feel free to ask any other question.
Bruise and swelling are common and take time in healing.
Detailed Answer:
Hi , I am Dr Gopal Goel , Orthopedic surgeon.
I have seen the picture and read your description. this kind of wound can lead to swelling and bruising in the surrounding area and these may last for several weeks.
If the pain is not much and you are able to walk comfortably on the leg , then there would be no cause for worry. At this stage , 2 weeks after injury, Icing may not help much but active exercises like walking and moving your foot up and down will help.
Thanx for the question. Please feel free to ask any other question.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Vaishalee Punj
what about the hematoma on my calf?..should i be concerned?
Brief Answer:
If it is increasing then it is a cause of concern, else it will resolve.
Detailed Answer:
Hi
If Hematoma is increasing ,then it will have to be drained else it will resolve over time.
Thanx
If it is increasing then it is a cause of concern, else it will resolve.
Detailed Answer:
Hi
If Hematoma is increasing ,then it will have to be drained else it will resolve over time.
Thanx
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Vaishalee Punj
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