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A member asked:
7 y.o. has faint bruise on shin with firm lump beneath (hurts when pressed). if he hit it that hard, should bruise be more obvious? cause for concern?
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Bone Bruise: There is really not much protection of the shin from a direct blow. Since there is not much muscle coverage you won't see brusing as you would in the calf area. Watch the area for a few days and if it does not go down then have him see your pediatrician. Most bruises resolve.
Answered 3/26/2013
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