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Suggest Treatment For Swelling And Bruising After Leg Injury

I fell in a pool last week and my leg hurt immediately I m back of thigh. I can put weight on it but it is turning blue/black all over my leg even in the front. It is swollen. I can walk/hobble. I m worried about the fluid re tension in my leg. Been treating with rest, ice elevation and compression. No doctor tho.
Fri, 12 Jun 2020
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Hi,

I suggest you to take:
1. T.Diclofenac for 5 days
2. Diclomax gel massage with ice
3. X-ray leg Antero Posterior and Lateral view
If symptoms persist, kindly consult an orthopedist.

Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Indhu Priyadharshini, General & Family Physician
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Suggest Treatment For Swelling And Bruising After Leg Injury

Hi, I suggest you to take: 1. T.Diclofenac for 5 days 2. Diclomax gel massage with ice 3. X-ray leg Antero Posterior and Lateral view If symptoms persist, kindly consult an orthopedist. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Indhu Priyadharshini, General & Family Physician