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How Can A Hematoma On The Lower Leg Be Treated?

I have a hematoma on my lower leg,it is swollen about 2 inches in diameter, it happen two weeks ago, how long would it take the swelling to go down, I have my leg elevated when I sit and sleep, I have very little pain, the first day that I received it was twice the size, I put ice on it the first day and the swelling did go down, but it is the same size for the last two weeks
Tue, 30 Apr 2019
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Hi,

The resorption of hematoma would take 4-8 weeks. You need to keep it clean & dry. Do not try to pick it open. Consult a doctor if pain increases or there is fever (a sign of infection) for a needful antibiotic.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Vasudha Jayant Athavale, General & Family Physician
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How Can A Hematoma On The Lower Leg Be Treated?

Hi, The resorption of hematoma would take 4-8 weeks. You need to keep it clean & dry. Do not try to pick it open. Consult a doctor if pain increases or there is fever (a sign of infection) for a needful antibiotic. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Vasudha Jayant Athavale, General & Family Physician