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I have a bruise that is swelling on my shin. i think it is from pushing chairs in with my leg at work and it has been increasing in size for 4 mths?
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Answered 9/28/2016
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Shin bruise: A dis colored shin mass needs evaluation by a doctor. You may be correct that this is relation to local trauma, but since it could also be something more significant, get going to your family doc, or specialist for a better diagnosis.
Answered 7/13/2014
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