A member asked:

I have a 3-week-old grade 2/3 ankle sprain. i have pain and repeated bruising in my calf with no new trauma--as my ankle gets better my calf get worse?

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Possible DVT: See your doctor about the possibility of a deep vein thrombosis secondary to your injury.

Answered 2/26/2013

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Hematoma: Depending on where the bruise is you may have a hematoma secondary to muscle injury. Worst case scenario is a blood clot in the leg which should be looked at on an immediate basis. Either way, it's a good idea to seek follow up care for that as soon as possible.

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