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What Causes Bruising Over Lower Back And Left Hip Area After Injury?
Question: Three week ago I slipped and fell on my hip and lower back. I went to the urgent care where there took x-rays, blood tests and a urinalysis along with a physical exam. Considerable bruising occurred over by lower back and left hip area. There continues to be a slight swelling and pain to palpation and pressure in this area. I have no fever and can walk fine. Should I be concerned by the longevity of these symptoms?
Brief Answer:
Not worrisome. These symptoms will subside gradually.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for posting your query.
If the X-rays were fine 3 weeks ago then the symptoms that you are having are due to a soft tissue injury. The symptoms can sometimes be persistent if proper rest is not provided for adequate healing. The slight swelling and mild pain on palpation are not worrisome. These will gradually subside on their own. There are no symptoms of infection. Do a hot compress in the area of injury twice a day. You can take a mild pain killer in case the pain is bothersome.
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
Not worrisome. These symptoms will subside gradually.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for posting your query.
If the X-rays were fine 3 weeks ago then the symptoms that you are having are due to a soft tissue injury. The symptoms can sometimes be persistent if proper rest is not provided for adequate healing. The slight swelling and mild pain on palpation are not worrisome. These will gradually subside on their own. There are no symptoms of infection. Do a hot compress in the area of injury twice a day. You can take a mild pain killer in case the pain is bothersome.
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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