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What Causes Swollen Lower Leg After An Injury?

My horse kicked my shin multiple times now it has a huge swelling on it, the entire lower leg is swollen and walking on it is nearly impossible when I get up. Once I am up it gets progressively better. There is heat to it and a cold spot in the center
Wed, 2 Sep 2015
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Hello Welcome to Health Care Magic.
you need to consult orthopedic for xray leg if there is any fracture. and then take painkillers to relieve the pain. you may need to add antibiotics if doctors agree to with after seeing the lesion.

Hope this information helps you.
Best wishes.
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What Causes Swollen Lower Leg After An Injury?

Hello Welcome to Health Care Magic. you need to consult orthopedic for xray leg if there is any fracture. and then take painkillers to relieve the pain. you may need to add antibiotics if doctors agree to with after seeing the lesion. Hope this information helps you. Best wishes.