Should Hematoma On Buttock Be Checked By A Doctor?

Posted on Thu, 15 May 2014

Question: I fell about a week ago and I have a very large hematoma on my buttock. It seems to hurt more now than last week. Should I get it checked?

Answered by Dr. Chander Mohan Singh (7 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Yes.

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

I have gone through your query.

You must get your hematoma checked by doctor especially orthopedic surgeon.

Hematoma in buttock region should not be ignored because many a times if its large than your fist area it may get infected. Then it is difficult to treat.

Get x-ray of pelvis with both hips in AP view and send me the report.

- Apply hot packs for 30 min in morning and evening .

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Thanks.

Dr.Singh.

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Follow up: Dr. Chander Mohan Singh (27 hours later)

Thank you very much. I was not aware that it could get infected since I did not break the skin on the initial injury. I did go to the Urgent Care and was given an antibiotic for 10 days, as well as more specific instructions on how to prepare the warm packs. What I was doing was inadequate for the situation. I'm very glad I contacted you. Thanks again!

Answered by Dr. Chander Mohan Singh (8 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Thanks.

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

Thanks for you response my friend.

I am very happy to see that you have followed my advise. Believe me it will help you a lot.

Take antibiotics and warm packs as advised you will be alright with in a week.

I hope it helps.

If you have any further query, I would be glad to help you.

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Thanks.

Dr.Singh.

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