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Circular bruise with raised clear center, above ankle.leg feels like sciatica.out of town so is it safe to wait a week to go to dr?no other symptoms.

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Dr. Edward Hellman answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Be seen: Without really being able to see it, I would recommend you be seen. Unless you clearly have an explanation for it like a minor injury or very mild burn, you are lacking a diagnosis and it could potentially be harmful. You might consider being seen and evaluated.

Answered 7/11/2018

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A member asked:

Circular bruise with raised clear center, above ankle.leg feels like sciatica.out of town so is it safe to wait a week to go to dr?no other symptoms.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Edward Hellman answered

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