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Suggest Treatment For Bruising On Inner Thigh
I was hit in the leg during a ballgame. inner thigh. It bruised up badly and the bruise has gone away but there is a lump where the initial hit occurred. I have a history of developing cellulitis with these type of injuries. how can I treat it to prevent a recurrence.
Tue, 5 May 2020
Hi,
This is probably a contusion only. Without a break of overlying skin, chance of developing cellulitis is low. Just apply ice packs and take analgesics like ibuprofen tablets 3 times a day for 3 days.
No need to take antibiotic prophylaxis. If the swelling increases in size, pain increases, overlying skin becomes red or hot to touch, or fever comes- kindly see your doctor, as this suggests cellulitis needing antibiotics therapy.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr. Muhammed Aslam TK
This is probably a contusion only. Without a break of overlying skin, chance of developing cellulitis is low. Just apply ice packs and take analgesics like ibuprofen tablets 3 times a day for 3 days.
No need to take antibiotic prophylaxis. If the swelling increases in size, pain increases, overlying skin becomes red or hot to touch, or fever comes- kindly see your doctor, as this suggests cellulitis needing antibiotics therapy.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr. Muhammed Aslam TK
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