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How Can A Lump Above The Ankle Be Treated?
I had a bad fall almost 2 weeks ago. My right shin got the worst of it. I did the RICE therapy for the first week. The swelling has gone down and the bruising doesn t look too bad (I m using arnica cream twice a day). There s still a little stiffness, but nothing to keep me from my usual routine. Yesterday morning, I noticed an area of redness just above my right ankle. There s no pain when I touch it, but, I can feel a hard lump under the skin. Is this something that needs medical attention or can I treat it myself?
Sat, 4 Aug 2018
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The lump after a fall can be due to a hematoma or a soft tissue injury. If there is no difficulty in walking or pain then it is likely to subside on its own.
I hope this information has been helpful for you.
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Dr. Praveen Tayal
The lump after a fall can be due to a hematoma or a soft tissue injury. If there is no difficulty in walking or pain then it is likely to subside on its own.
I hope this information has been helpful for you.
Regards,
Dr. Praveen Tayal
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