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Suggest Treatment For Red And Swollen Lump On Shin After A Fall?
I fell and hit my shin on the sidewalk in an awkward position, and it swelled up like a baseball. Five days later there is still a large (much smaller though) lump which is rather pointy and red. It is still hot, though not terribly painful. I believe I hit the vein. Will it heal alone and is there anythign I should do? thank you...
I am 43, 5'6", 140 lbs, and otherwise fairly healthy.
I am 43, 5'6", 140 lbs, and otherwise fairly healthy.
Sat, 21 Jun 2014
Hello!
Thank you for the query.
Injury is a factor of veins thrombosis. And your symptoms indicate superficial veins thrombosis. If treated property it is not dangerous, however if left alone can lead to deep veins thrombosis.
That is why I suggest you to consult a surgeon. Dopplers ultrasound should be done. If veins thrombosis will be confirmed you need heparine treatment.
Hope this will help.
Regards.
Thank you for the query.
Injury is a factor of veins thrombosis. And your symptoms indicate superficial veins thrombosis. If treated property it is not dangerous, however if left alone can lead to deep veins thrombosis.
That is why I suggest you to consult a surgeon. Dopplers ultrasound should be done. If veins thrombosis will be confirmed you need heparine treatment.
Hope this will help.
Regards.
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