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Question: I fell and hit my shin 2 inches below knee cap...it was a week ago...my foot ankle and leg are swollen with a large bump where it hit the edge of concrete block..pain when i touch the area..what should i do?
Brief Answer:
hematoma formation
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for posting your query.
After an injury on the shin, appearance of pain, swelling with skin color changes, tenderness, etc are all indicative of hematoma formation either due to a soft tissue injury or due to a hairline fracture.
For diagnosis it is important to get an x-ray leg and a MRI scan of the area done. X-rays are very sensitive for picking up any fracture and MRI is one of the best tests for ruling out and identifying soft tissue injuries in the area of fall.
The home remedies your can follow are:
1. I'd suggest you apply warm packs, which will help your body clear the bruising away.
2. Take a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory for your discomfort (e.g., ibuprofen or naproxen); these medications usually are well tolerated and don't interact.
3. Wrap elastic bandage like crepe bandage at the site of injury. But don't wrap it too tight
4. Elevate the leg with the help of pillow, it help in reducing swelling and bruise.
5. Do not take tobacco in any form; it may delay your healing process.
If you have an increase in swelling (not bruise), Tenderness at the site and pain even in slight weight bearing than only you needs to do X-ray. Else, need not to worry.
I hope this answers your query.
In case you have additional questions or doubts, you can forward them to me, and I shall be glad to help you out.
Wishing you good health.
Regards.
Dr. Praveen Tayal.
For future query, you can directly approach me through my profile URL http://bit.ly/Dr-Praveen-Tayal
hematoma formation
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for posting your query.
After an injury on the shin, appearance of pain, swelling with skin color changes, tenderness, etc are all indicative of hematoma formation either due to a soft tissue injury or due to a hairline fracture.
For diagnosis it is important to get an x-ray leg and a MRI scan of the area done. X-rays are very sensitive for picking up any fracture and MRI is one of the best tests for ruling out and identifying soft tissue injuries in the area of fall.
The home remedies your can follow are:
1. I'd suggest you apply warm packs, which will help your body clear the bruising away.
2. Take a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory for your discomfort (e.g., ibuprofen or naproxen); these medications usually are well tolerated and don't interact.
3. Wrap elastic bandage like crepe bandage at the site of injury. But don't wrap it too tight
4. Elevate the leg with the help of pillow, it help in reducing swelling and bruise.
5. Do not take tobacco in any form; it may delay your healing process.
If you have an increase in swelling (not bruise), Tenderness at the site and pain even in slight weight bearing than only you needs to do X-ray. Else, need not to worry.
I hope this answers your query.
In case you have additional questions or doubts, you can forward them to me, and I shall be glad to help you out.
Wishing you good health.
Regards.
Dr. Praveen Tayal.
For future query, you can directly approach me through my profile URL http://bit.ly/Dr-Praveen-Tayal
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
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