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What Could The Indentations On Shin Be?
Hello Doctor, I m a 22 year old female and I have these indentations on my shin. It feels like am ache/knot on my bone on my shin area so I push really hard and it leaves this HUGE indentation. This happens usually once a year, on the same leg. Do you think this could be from weather change, (some people say they get aches when the weather changes) or possibly something wrong with my shin bone? Thank you for your time, I look forward to your response.
Mon, 1 Jun 2015
Hello,
I have studied your case and most probably you are having pitting edema. This is due to either some allergic reaction or circulation issue. It can also be possible in patient who remain standing for long time. I would recommend you to show it to physcian and confirm the diagnosis.
I would also suggest you to take less salt in diet and wear stocking on affected side. Avoid standing or keeping your leg hanging for long time.
thanks
I have studied your case and most probably you are having pitting edema. This is due to either some allergic reaction or circulation issue. It can also be possible in patient who remain standing for long time. I would recommend you to show it to physcian and confirm the diagnosis.
I would also suggest you to take less salt in diet and wear stocking on affected side. Avoid standing or keeping your leg hanging for long time.
thanks
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