A member asked:
i have a hematoma on leg that is the size of a football. i have had this for two weeks now since the injury. it is burning inside when i stand up.?
2 doctor answers • 6 doctors weighed in
Dr. Vic Kalman answered
Orthopedic Surgery 35 years experience
Get Evualuated: That is awful large and should be evaluated. It might be able to be drained or worse case removal in operating room if continues to be a problem. The burning could be due to nerve injury. Either way get it evaluated so that you can know what it is and receive proper treatment.
5462 viewsReviewed Jan 7, 2019
Dr. Michael McGonigal answered
General Surgery 39 years experience
Reabsorbs slowly: This collection of blood will soften up and reabsorbs slowly. It may take several months, though. Heating pads will make it feel better in the meantime.
5416 viewsReviewed >2 years ago
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