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What Do Indentations On The Abdomen Indicate?
Indents in my belly from depo provera contraceptive injection. I am very thin but never had these indents before. They cause no pain or problems but want to find out what it is as it s made me insecure because they are very visible. Will they go away?
Mon, 30 Apr 2018
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I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.
Usually, indentations following any subcutaneous or Intramuscular (IM) injections disappear within 2 to 3 days on its own.
Ice application can help in this regards if required later consult your surgeon.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Purva Patel
I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.
Usually, indentations following any subcutaneous or Intramuscular (IM) injections disappear within 2 to 3 days on its own.
Ice application can help in this regards if required later consult your surgeon.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Purva Patel
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