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Suggest Treatment For Tenderness And Swelling In The Leg Post An Injury
I fell heavily on my left leg below the knee, the area is numb to the touch but tender and swollen. I have bruising in the heel also which is weird cause my leg was suspended. The incident occurred 5 days ago. I can walk on it with the occasional limp. Any ideas?
Thu, 27 Sep 2018
Hi,
Most likely you have injured the soft tissue in your leg below the knee.
I suggest painkillers and ice packs.
Get an X-ray to rule out a minor fracture.
If you are not able to walk pain-free, then use a cane on the right side to support your weight.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Gopal Goel,
Orthopedic Surgeon
Most likely you have injured the soft tissue in your leg below the knee.
I suggest painkillers and ice packs.
Get an X-ray to rule out a minor fracture.
If you are not able to walk pain-free, then use a cane on the right side to support your weight.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Gopal Goel,
Orthopedic Surgeon
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