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Was in a car accident have a large fist size bruise on right leg on the calf, have pins and needles every once and while on right foot is that normal?

4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Not normal: While I don't have enough information to give you a definite answer, you may have some nerve irritation that is causing your symptoms. A focused history and physical examination by your physician would help better define whether the bruise and your symptoms are related.

Answered 12/14/2014

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Dr. Herman Hammerstead answered

Specializes in Trauma Surgery

Nerve contusion: Probably resolve in 6-9 months, slowly. see MD if if worsens or if unable to move foot

Answered 9/16/2017

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