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How Can Swelling And Pain In The Buttocks Be Treated?
Had a fall today landed on hard tiled floor left buttock now very swollen and very painful. Am taking Daflon & ibuprofen for phlebitis. Am 63 years old otherwise well weigh 7.5 stone my height is 5ft 4”. Do I need to seek medical advice. Thanks Sue
Mon, 26 Mar 2018
Hello,
At your age bones are very fragile. Hip fractures are one of the most common fractures of your age. Since there are swelling and pain, there is a high possibility that you have a fracture. It can only diagnose on an x-ray. I would advise you to get yourself checked as soon as possible by an orthopedic surgeon. Delaying it may lead to complications.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Nazma.amman
At your age bones are very fragile. Hip fractures are one of the most common fractures of your age. Since there are swelling and pain, there is a high possibility that you have a fracture. It can only diagnose on an x-ray. I would advise you to get yourself checked as soon as possible by an orthopedic surgeon. Delaying it may lead to complications.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Nazma.amman
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