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Leg Hurt. Swollen With Big Bump And Tightness, Heat. Need To Concern?

Hello, 5 days ago I slipped in the shower. My shin taking the full impact of my weight onto the base of the tile shower cubical. Honestly the pain was so severe the thought I fractured it. I immediately applied ice and elevated my leg. I m able to walk without much pain, however my leg is still very swollen with a big bump , tightness, heat and swelling where my shin took the full impact. ( deep blue purple ) bruising breaking out around 3/4 of my ankle and foot and lower limb . Leg still throbs off and on. Is their need for concern ?
posted on Thu, 7 Nov 2013
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Hello.
Thanks for writing to us.
Since there is a big bump with tightness and the area is hot, the chances of infection or a bone injury are present. It is best to get it examined and investigate it for any fractures.
I hope this information has been both informative and helpful for you.
Regards,
Dr. Praveen Tayal ,
drtayal72@gmail.com
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Leg Hurt. Swollen With Big Bump And Tightness, Heat. Need To Concern?

Hello. Thanks for writing to us. Since there is a big bump with tightness and the area is hot, the chances of infection or a bone injury are present. It is best to get it examined and investigate it for any fractures. I hope this information has been both informative and helpful for you. Regards, Dr. Praveen Tayal , drtayal72@gmail.com