Question 1

is a subcapsular hematoma common after liver biospy? what would cause it to occur and how serious is it if it does occur?

Accepted Answer

Not common: Hemorrhage from the needle biopsy can cause a clot to form under the surface capsule of the liver, it usually responds to expectant treatment without surgery. patients are advised to stay away of contact sports and stay close to an acute care hospital and follow up with their physician if not observed in a hospital setting

Question 2

how can i help speed up healing of hematomas on my abdomen caused by lovenox (enoxaparin) injections? i really want to make sure these disappear. what can i do?

Accepted Answer

Apply Heat: Heat will increase the circulation and speed up resolution of the hematoma.

PS Applying ice after the injection may reduce the hematoma itself.

Hope this helps
Dr Z

Question 3

i have a bruise on my arm thats growing, what could cause this? my liver is swollen.

Accepted Answer

Be seen: An expanding bruise is an expanding bleed under the skin.  If your liver is not working properly to make blood coagulation proteins, it could be a sign of a more serious problem.  You should see your doctor.

Question 4

my sister has a hematoma on her liver. she is pregnant now and the hematoma got bigger (size of apple) is it safe? can it blow?

Accepted Answer

hematoma: This is an accumulation of blood which is probably from bleeding, getting bigger means more bleeding, she needs to be evaluate and find the cause. ( does she have an 'hematoma' or an ' hemangioma'?).

Question 5

my aunt alcoholic ct shows hypodense lesion in segment 4 of liver, abutting gall bladder varices & portal htn atypical hematoma. rx options?

Accepted Answer

Follow up CT: Suggest CT every 2-3 weeks for 3-4 months and then less often.  If enlarges suggest angiogram of liver and embolization of bleeding vessel

Question 6

how long will hematoma in abdomen take to heal. i'm still in pain after 7 days from car accident.

Accepted Answer

More time: Car accidents are very difficult to deal with, because there are so many different pains and traumas that occur. You may get a different pain every day for a couple of weeks after an mva! the hematoma indicates that you have had a significant blow that may take weeks to be absorbed. If your pain is still moderately severe or worsening, you may have to have it checked out again - even with a ct...

Question 7

i had lipo done 3  years ago. my abdomen is very hard. could it be hematoma? if so how could i get rid of it?

Accepted Answer

Liposuction: It is most unlikely a hematoma at this late stage and is best answered by your physician's evaluation.

Question 8

i have a hematoma in my abdomen and its very hard and gets bigger as i walk very painful and also im 14 weeks and six days its makeing me hurt a?

Accepted Answer

OB MD care?: Are you seeing a OB MD regularly for prenatal care if you are indeed 14 weeks gestation? If not, these concerns need to be addressed at an appointment as soon as you can make one.

Question 9

how to treat a baseball size hematoma in abdomen following hernia surgery done 2 weeks agow?

Accepted Answer

Pain? Growing?: 2 weeks out, you should not have a new hematoma. If it's been there since post op, cool/warm compresses alternating should help. Ultimately, please contact your surgeon.

Question 10

can you bruise your liver?

Accepted Answer

Yes : When your liver moves up against the rib cage when your body stops (quickly like in a car accident).  Blunt force applied directly to the right upper quadrant can push the ribs down against the liver.

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Is a subcapsular hematoma common after liver biospy? what would cause it to occur and how serious is it if it does occur?

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How can i help speed up healing of hematomas on my abdomen caused by lovenox (enoxaparin) injections? i really want to make sure these disappear. what can i do?

A member asked:

I have a bruise on my arm thats growing, what could cause this? my liver is swollen.

A member asked:

My sister has a hematoma on her liver. she is pregnant now and the hematoma got bigger (size of apple) is it safe? can it blow?

A member asked:

My aunt alcoholic ct shows hypodense lesion in segment 4 of liver, abutting gall bladder varices & portal htn atypical hematoma. rx options?

A member asked:

How long will hematoma in abdomen take to heal. i'm still in pain after 7 days from car accident.

A member asked:

I had lipo done 3 years ago. my abdomen is very hard. could it be hematoma? if so how could i get rid of it?

A member asked:

I have a hematoma in my abdomen and its very hard and gets bigger as i walk very painful and also im 14 weeks and six days its makeing me hurt a?

A member asked:

How to treat a baseball size hematoma in abdomen following hernia surgery done 2 weeks agow?

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Can you bruise your liver?

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