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Is it normal to have a little lump in a bruise? have one on leg, currently housebound, is it a thrombosis and how can i break it up?

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Dr. Ed Friedlander answered

Yes: Many bruises are palpable. Any question of a deep-vein thrombus though should be seen.

Answered 3/23/2015

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A member asked:

Is it normal to have a little lump in a bruise? have one on leg, currently housebound, is it a thrombosis and how can i break it up?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Ed Friedlander answered

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