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Calf Injury, Spreading Bruise, Stiff Muscle. Blood Clot?
I took a hard line drive to my calf 10 days ago while playing softball and I m still experiencing pain and discoloration. Bruise is spreading down my leg. The point of impact feels like thick scar tissue . The muscle is still very stiff and achy when I stand up fast. The bruise itches. A friend of a friend who is a nurse is wondering if I might be at risk for a blood clot. I m trying not to be paranoid but really do not want to take any unnecessary risks.
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Hello.
Thanks for writing to us.
The bruises are often painful and are associated with skin color changes which gradually improves in 4-6 weeks. If the pain does not aggravate on walking then a blood clot is not likely.
I hope this information has been both informative and helpful for you.
Regards,
Dr. Praveen Tayal
drtayal72@gmail.com
Thanks for writing to us.
The bruises are often painful and are associated with skin color changes which gradually improves in 4-6 weeks. If the pain does not aggravate on walking then a blood clot is not likely.
I hope this information has been both informative and helpful for you.
Regards,
Dr. Praveen Tayal
drtayal72@gmail.com
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