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How To Treat Left Leg Hematoma?

No money to pay, looling on Sunday for left leg hemotoma, major pain, taking magnesium before doctro Tues, and used to work for orthos. No one can call back. ( No pain meds) Tried massage and heat. No cortisone post pnemonia, someone said no Cipro.. too bad there is not a blog first consult, I am sports photorgrapher. You would make more money to help and get more referrals through PR. sorry. Cannot move
posted on Thu, 10 Apr 2014
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Hematomas generally clear away on their own. It is essential to rest the affected leg, as this will allow the muscles to heal faster. One can use an ice pack to get relief from the pain. Put ice chips in a plastic bag, wrap the bag in a towel and place it over the affected area of the leg for 20 minutes. Repeat this procedure 3 to 4 times a day. One way to accelerate the healing process is to increase blood circulation in the portion of the leg. Hot baths can definitely promote healing in the injured area. Applying a heat ointment can do wonders in healing the injury. One can also place a heating pad to increase the blood flow in the injured area. Heat lamps, compresses and whirlpools are used to reduce the hematoma.

For minor pain painkillers such as ibuprofen and acetaminophen. Topical ointments and liniments are also useful in this regard.
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How To Treat Left Leg Hematoma?

Hematomas generally clear away on their own. It is essential to rest the affected leg, as this will allow the muscles to heal faster. One can use an ice pack to get relief from the pain. Put ice chips in a plastic bag, wrap the bag in a towel and place it over the affected area of the leg for 20 minutes. Repeat this procedure 3 to 4 times a day. One way to accelerate the healing process is to increase blood circulation in the portion of the leg. Hot baths can definitely promote healing in the injured area. Applying a heat ointment can do wonders in healing the injury. One can also place a heating pad to increase the blood flow in the injured area. Heat lamps, compresses and whirlpools are used to reduce the hematoma. For minor pain painkillers such as ibuprofen and acetaminophen. Topical ointments and liniments are also useful in this regard. Regards DR De