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Suggest Treatment For Bump On Shin After An Injury

i was playing flag football and got hit on the shin right below my knee. it didnt hurt that bad but in about 30 seconds it swelled up and looked like a marble was under my skin.... i was just wondering what exactly my knee was doing, and if it is serious if it hurts worse tomorrow. thanks, -Julian.
Mon, 28 Apr 2014
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Hello Julian!
I read carefully your query and understand your concern.
It is normal that after an injury a hematoma with form in the hurt place.This is due to the damage and rupture of small blood vessels under the skin and accumulation of blood in this place.

You should put ice on it to reduce swelling.If you have pain you can take painkiller such as Ibuprofen,Paracetamol,Naproxen.
If the hit didn't cause any damage to the leg you will be better in a few days.
If the pain doesn't relieve you should consult a physician and do an X-ray of your leg to diagnose any possible damage.

Hope I was able to help you.
Take care.
Dr.Rovena
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Suggest Treatment For Bump On Shin After An Injury

Hello Julian! I read carefully your query and understand your concern. It is normal that after an injury a hematoma with form in the hurt place.This is due to the damage and rupture of small blood vessels under the skin and accumulation of blood in this place. You should put ice on it to reduce swelling.If you have pain you can take painkiller such as Ibuprofen,Paracetamol,Naproxen. If the hit didn t cause any damage to the leg you will be better in a few days. If the pain doesn t relieve you should consult a physician and do an X-ray of your leg to diagnose any possible damage. Hope I was able to help you. Take care. Dr.Rovena