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What Causes Unexplained Bruising On Foot?

About 2 1/2 weeks ago I kicked something with my shin and a big bruise and bump appeared not long after the incident. Later that week a huge bruise appeared on my foot, I know I didn t hit anything. And when I press on the bruise it doesn t hurt its just really swollen and purple
Mon, 25 May 2015
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Hello,
Welcome to HCM and thanks for asking your question. I can understand your concern.

According to the information provided by you, i guess you are having small hematoma (blood outside blood vessels) and because you are not having any significant pain, so its not of much concern and no need to go for any investigation at this point.

I would like to suggest you to follow RICE therapy for hematoma, which is Rest, Ice packs application for 15 minutes for 4 to 6 times a day, Compress the affected area with compression bandages and Elevation of leg to reduce swelling.

I would advise you to follow this for 8 to 10 days and you will definitely feel better and your swelling will reduce significantly. If it persists for a longer time, then you need to consult an orthopedic and act accordingly.

Hope this answers your question and let me know directly if you are having any relevant follow up queries, i will be happy to guide you in right direction.
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What Causes Unexplained Bruising On Foot?

Hello, Welcome to HCM and thanks for asking your question. I can understand your concern. According to the information provided by you, i guess you are having small hematoma (blood outside blood vessels) and because you are not having any significant pain, so its not of much concern and no need to go for any investigation at this point. I would like to suggest you to follow RICE therapy for hematoma, which is Rest, Ice packs application for 15 minutes for 4 to 6 times a day, Compress the affected area with compression bandages and Elevation of leg to reduce swelling. I would advise you to follow this for 8 to 10 days and you will definitely feel better and your swelling will reduce significantly. If it persists for a longer time, then you need to consult an orthopedic and act accordingly. Hope this answers your question and let me know directly if you are having any relevant follow up queries, i will be happy to guide you in right direction.