
What Causes Painful Black Area At An Injection Site?

Question: I had taken an injection for fever a week back and now I have a painfull black spot of the size of my palm at that area (lower back). I have taken the antibiotics for infection but the pain is still there. Please suggest.
Brief Answer:
Possibility of injection hematoma
Detailed Answer:
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Dear Mr XXXXXXX
The painful black area is likely to be due to underlying hematoma. It would be very helpful if you could get back with clinical photograph of the affected area and also which was the injection given at that site.
You can upload the images at image uploader available or alternatively you can mail them to YYYY@YYYY with subject as "Attesntion DR T Shobha Deepak"
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Take Care
Best Regards
DR T Shobha Deepak
MBBS,MD
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