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Went for a run. had terrible pain in both of my shins for 2 days. hurt to walk. i feel a dent in both of my shins but no pain. should i get this check?

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Dr. Abdus Khan answered

Specializes in Urgent Care

Give it more time.: When you run after a long time or when you are living a sedentary life and then exercise, it can happen. So you need to give it a few more day before getting worried.

Dr Ali agreed

Answered 4/16/2015

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