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What Causes A Deep Pit When I Press My Shin?
I am 55 yrs old and my 56th birthday is in November. My question is that when I press my skin on both my shins there is a deep pit ( hole marke) left there. It takes several minutes for it to returne to normal what is that? Is it a seriouse condition and what should I do?
Fri, 26 Jun 2020
Hi,
No, it is not normal. It means there is swelling present in your legs. There are many reasons for it. Please visit nearest hospital as soon as possible to get your blood tests and other tests done.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Jaideep Gaver, Orthopedic Surgeon
No, it is not normal. It means there is swelling present in your legs. There are many reasons for it. Please visit nearest hospital as soon as possible to get your blood tests and other tests done.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Jaideep Gaver, Orthopedic Surgeon
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