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What Does A Lump On The Forearm Indicate?

10 days ago I had an injury to my left forearm. Went to pcp and they xrayed it. No fracture but it is badly brused. I have a hard lump which I believe she said it was a hemotoma. (Not sure if she was calling the lump or the bruise a hemotoma.) It is still extremely sore and the lump is still hard. I have a burning sensation that comes and goes. I used ice immediately after and then 3 days later I began heat for 20 minutes and then ice for 20 minutes about 3 times a day. My question is I know it is going to take time to heal, but is there anything I can do to make it more comfortable other than taking tylenol?

Mon, 21 Aug 2017

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Keep me posted

General Surgeon, Dr. Bhagyesh V. Patel's Response

Hello dear

Welcome to Healthcaremagic.com
I have evaluated your query thoroughly .

* This is collection of blood following injury ( hematoma ) for sure .

* Suggestions for better recovery

- Intake of antibiotics with anti inflammatory agents containing
proteolytic enzymes help to recover faster .
- Elevation of the affected part give better results .

Hope this will help you for sure .
Regards dear .

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What Does A Lump On The Forearm Indicate?

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