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Is my shin possibly fractured? i tripped over a steel bench about three weeks ago. it was very bruised, swollen and had two bumps on my shin where it hit the metal. the brusing is fading, but my ankle still swells, and the two bumps are very painful still
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If : If you still have pain and residual swelling from an injury 3 weeks ago, you should see your physician and obtain an x-ray of your leg and ankle to make sure you don't have a fracture.
Answered 10/3/2016
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Possibly: It wouldn't be uncommon to have a fracture with this type of injury. I recommend getting an exam and xrays if the pain has not subsided at this point. Best wishes!
Answered 5/13/2016
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