Question 1

is an indentation and discoloration of skin/flesh on the indentation on my front shin anything to worry about if it has been 10+years since injury? there is no pain, just a dent and discoloration of flesh. i worry the tissue died.

Accepted Answer

Dead tissue: If the tissue were dead, you would be in pain right now.  An abscess would have formed and the site would be red, inflamed, and very painful.  If you don't have any of these, doubtful of dead tissue.

Question 2

kicked a table edge with left shin 1 yr ago. large indentation under skin, egg sized swelling under skin still, rough n jagged edges in indentation ?

Accepted Answer

Varies: There are a number of possible explanations.  You may have sustained a bone contusion, which is often accompanied by subaequent bone growth in the region.  You may have developed a hematoma which then became calcified.  I would not hesitate to be seen if it concerns you.

Question 3

if you press your finger on your skin, leg and the deep round indentation remains for a while, what does it imply.

Accepted Answer

Edema: Edema is a condition of fluid retention in the skin and soft tissues. There are many causes. Please seak a medical consultation.

Question 4

i have a large indentation on my left breast when i raise my arms above my head.  i also am swollen under my left arm, leg, feet and ankle. ?

Accepted Answer

Very concerning: Any new lumps, bumps, skin changes in the breast should be evaluated by your doctor. Great job doing your breast exam and finding it. The description you have provided is concerning. A mammogram and a breast exam need to be done ASAP. Please contact your primary care doctor or Obgyn to have this evaluated.

Question 5

bumps under my skin on my shins, should i be concerned?

Accepted Answer

See your doctor: Your doctor could see if it is infectious folliculitis or if you have atopic dermatitis.  Depending on the circumstances of how it got there also affects how to treat it.  It may be from an injury or a razor burn, .

Question 6

i have a section on my right shin where underneath the skin there are about 4 or 5 little balls that are hard and move around. should i be worried?

Accepted Answer

Wouldn't be : Too harmful to seek medical assistance locally to find out what they are.

Question 7

my brother is diabetic & has a skin tear on his shin what otc medicine should he use on it?

Accepted Answer

Flap: If there is a flap of skin remaining let the flap stay and work as a natural bandage. I like to treat these dry. Sprinkle with polysporin (bacitracin and polymyxin) powder (otc) and cover with coarse gauze. Tape only to gauze.  No tape on skin.

Question 8

what could be the possible cause of painful lumps under the skin on both shins? there is no redness.

Accepted Answer

Erythema nodosum?: A condition called erythema nodosum typically causes painful bumps over the shins. Usually there would also be redness, but not always. Erythema nodosum often is a sign of other systemic inflammatory diseases. For example, it often shows up in people with inflammatory bowel disease, i.e. Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis. See a doctor if the problem continues. Good luck!

Question 9

on my right shin it is very painful when something rubs against it or  if the skin stretches, there is nothing visible on the skin?

Accepted Answer

Unusual: Even though the shin has very little padding over it,it is unsual to have tenderness without recent trauma,discoloration or swelling. See your Physician if symptoms persist and appropriate tests such as an x-Ray will be ordered if the physician deems it advisable.

Question 10

causes of itchy skin on front shins and forearms?

Accepted Answer

See a dermatologist: It is difficult to make a proper diagnosis since I am not there to see the condition. I recommend seeing a dermatologist so that they can make a proper diagnosis and give you something to get rid of the condition or relieve symptoms.

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Is an indentation and discoloration of skin/flesh on the indentation on my front shin anything to worry about if it has been 10+years since injury? there is no pain, just a dent and discoloration of flesh. i worry the tissue died.

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Kicked a table edge with left shin 1 yr ago. large indentation under skin, egg sized swelling under skin still, rough n jagged edges in indentation ?

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If you press your finger on your skin, leg and the deep round indentation remains for a while, what does it imply.

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I have a large indentation on my left breast when i raise my arms above my head. i also am swollen under my left arm, leg, feet and ankle. ?

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Bumps under my skin on my shins, should i be concerned?

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I have a section on my right shin where underneath the skin there are about 4 or 5 little balls that are hard and move around. should i be worried?

A member asked:

My brother is diabetic & has a skin tear on his shin what otc medicine should he use on it?

A member asked:

What could be the possible cause of painful lumps under the skin on both shins? there is no redness.

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On my right shin it is very painful when something rubs against it or if the skin stretches, there is nothing visible on the skin?

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Causes of itchy skin on front shins and forearms?

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