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Hematoma on shin since 2 years rarely hurts ! is it okay to le it be and not drain it? the colour is light but its hard to touch

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Dr. Steven Sheskier answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Surgery

Yes: Very common for a hematoma over the shin bone (tibia) not to be absorbed and form a permanent cyst. If does not hurt or get in your way leave it along. Drainung it with a needle often relieves some of the size but usually recurs. Surgery can remove it permanently. Comnsider the risk benifit ratio before you proceed.

Answered 7/8/2018

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