Question 1

how should i treat my shin hematoma and is it normal to find discoloration in other parts of my leg days later?

Accepted Answer

If it is a true: hematoma and not just echhymosis, it might or might not resolve without drainage.  Blood can suffuse down soft tissue planes of your leg and discolor the more dependent parts of your leg down to your ankles.  Get a surgeon to look at it for specific recommendations.

Question 2

i recently, 1 week ago, had my right lobe removed from my thyroid. i now have a large hard lump above my surgicial site. (hematoma) is this common and/or home treatable?

Accepted Answer

Call your doctor: What you are describing could be hematoma or infection. Without being able to examine you it's difficult to understand what you mean by "large" so it would be best to contact your surgeon.

Question 3

i have a hematoma, injury 4 days ago, with a blueish foot and calf. leg is somewhat yellowish. how should i treat it?

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The colors: associated with a trauma, contusion and hematoma formation evolve over time with further spread of leaked blood (from blood vessels) and the effects of gravity.Then more colors result at the blood proteins metabolize. After 4 days, I don't think further icing will help. Elevation still may. Avoid aggravating activities/too much weight bearing.Observe for redness, heat, tenderness;see Doctor if ?'s

Question 4

i have a hematoma after a knee arthroscopy and its red now after 20 days from the surgery and its covering all my leg is that normal?and how to treat

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Time to see your doc: Hematomas after surgery need to be addressed with the ortho who did the procedure.  I am sure your ortho wants to you to see him 1-2 weeks after the operation.   You are having a problem, so go see him.

Question 5

2 days ago i missed a step on stairs and slipped. my shin hit into a step and i figured i just got a bruise. i went home and noticed no physical difference, but it was numb and hurt upon pressure around the numb area. what happened and can i fix?

Accepted Answer

: It is most likely that you sustained a blunt force trauma to one of the superficial cutaneous nerves in the shin.  This could be further compounded by compression from bruising.  While it is unlikely that there will end up being any functional residual limitations from such an injury, a numb skin patch is annoying and sensitive.  I would recommend having your physician evaluate and ice.

Question 6

how do i know if the hematoma on my shin needs be drained?

Accepted Answer

See your doctor: Your physician will best be able to determine if this is the appropriate course of treatment. Best of luck!

Question 7

i had a hematoma on my shin over a year ago. i still have a indentation n the area, is this normal?

Accepted Answer

Not uncommon: As long as there is no pain, drainage or fever, i wouldn't be concerned about the indentation.  If any of the above signs/symptoms are present, i recommend you see an physician for evaluation.

Question 8

i hv a hematoma on my shin but rarely hurts ! do i require drainage? when does one need a drainage? will it hurt? thanks

Accepted Answer

No, not usually: Hematomas on the tibia or shin are fairly common because of the subcutaneous  position of the bone. Most hematomas will slowly dissolve and go away w/ time. Aspirating these is generally not a good idea as the fluid is thick and the risk of introducing infection is real. See your ors if concerned. Gl!

Question 9

will a painless calcified hematoma on my shin disappear naturally? also, should i seek medical attention? it appeared when i hit my shin 10 months ago

Accepted Answer

Observe: Likely it is absorbed or taken care by your immune system. If you have no pain or no visible swelling, observe it.

Question 10

i have a hematoma on my shin bone. its been almost 4 years now. hurts slightly when pressed and  not otherwise.any complications if not removed?

Accepted Answer

Hematoma?: Since a hematoma implies a fresh pocket of blood usually from an acute injury, if you have had it for 4 years it is probably something else and should be checked for a mor accurate diagnosis

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How should i treat my shin hematoma and is it normal to find discoloration in other parts of my leg days later?

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I recently, 1 week ago, had my right lobe removed from my thyroid. i now have a large hard lump above my surgicial site. (hematoma) is this common and/or home treatable?

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I have a hematoma, injury 4 days ago, with a blueish foot and calf. leg is somewhat yellowish. how should i treat it?

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I have a hematoma after a knee arthroscopy and its red now after 20 days from the surgery and its covering all my leg is that normal?and how to treat

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2 days ago i missed a step on stairs and slipped. my shin hit into a step and i figured i just got a bruise. i went home and noticed no physical difference, but it was numb and hurt upon pressure around the numb area. what happened and can i fix?

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How do i know if the hematoma on my shin needs be drained?

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I had a hematoma on my shin over a year ago. i still have a indentation n the area, is this normal?

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I hv a hematoma on my shin but rarely hurts ! do i require drainage? when does one need a drainage? will it hurt? thanks

A member asked:

Will a painless calcified hematoma on my shin disappear naturally? also, should i seek medical attention? it appeared when i hit my shin 10 months ago

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I have a hematoma on my shin bone. its been almost 4 years now. hurts slightly when pressed and not otherwise.any complications if not removed?

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