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Hard Lump Formed On Shin After Slipping And Hitting Shin

Hi, last night I slipped while stepping into the bath and hit the inside of my leg (just next to my shin) on the bath tub. A large hard lump immediately formed but there is practically no bruise, only a slight discolouration. It's quite sore to touch but isn't getting any bigger. Is it bad if the bruise doesn't come out??
posted on Fri, 14 Mar 2014
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Hello dear,

The symptoms as mentioned in your post can be attributed to accumulation of fluid and blood after sustaining musculo-skeletal injury.
X ray of the affected leg will be helpful in clinching the diagnosis.

Symptomatic relief can be obtained by heat therapy, application of analgesic & muscle relaxant gel, intake of analgesics like Diclofenac (to be taken after food) + Pantoprazole (to be taken 30 minutes before meals).
Supplements of Calcium & Vitamin D can be included in diet which will help in strengthening of bones.
Physiotherapy exercise will also be helpful.

If symptoms still persist, kindly consult an Orthopedician for proper clinical examination.
Till then, maintain adequate hydration & nutrition status, take proper rest and avoid stress.
Wishing a Good Health.
Take care.
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Hard Lump Formed On Shin After Slipping And Hitting Shin

Hello dear, The symptoms as mentioned in your post can be attributed to accumulation of fluid and blood after sustaining musculo-skeletal injury. X ray of the affected leg will be helpful in clinching the diagnosis. Symptomatic relief can be obtained by heat therapy, application of analgesic & muscle relaxant gel, intake of analgesics like Diclofenac (to be taken after food) + Pantoprazole (to be taken 30 minutes before meals). Supplements of Calcium & Vitamin D can be included in diet which will help in strengthening of bones. Physiotherapy exercise will also be helpful. If symptoms still persist, kindly consult an Orthopedician for proper clinical examination. Till then, maintain adequate hydration & nutrition status, take proper rest and avoid stress. Wishing a Good Health. Take care.