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Suggest Treatment For Painful Swelling In Leg After Injury

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Posted on Mon, 6 Jul 2015
Question: I had a motorcycle accident three weeks ago. The bike landed on my leg. I have a VERY large, tight and painful swelling that does not seem to be getting much better. It still hurts when I walk and also at rest. I did have it xrayed. No break. Should I go back to the doctor? I'm at a quandary.
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Answered by Dr. Vaibhav Gandhi (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
Yes you should now consult your doctor for clinical examination

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

I have studied your case and seen clinical photo.
There can be bony contusion.
And associated hematoma due to soft tissue injury.

Use splint or compressive crepe bandage to reduce swelling.
Take precaution to avoid infection around injury.

Yes you should now consult your doctor for clinical examination and rule out any vascular clot.

Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries.

Wishing you good health.

Take care.
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Suggest Treatment For Painful Swelling In Leg After Injury

Brief Answer: Yes you should now consult your doctor for clinical examination Detailed Answer: Hi, I have studied your case and seen clinical photo. There can be bony contusion. And associated hematoma due to soft tissue injury. Use splint or compressive crepe bandage to reduce swelling. Take precaution to avoid infection around injury. Yes you should now consult your doctor for clinical examination and rule out any vascular clot. Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries. Wishing you good health. Take care.