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About 10 days ago i hit my lower leg (outside part of shin above the ankle) on a steel pipe. got huge bruise with a big lump. bruise healing, not lump?
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Hit leg: Sounds like contusion with hematoma and periosteal reaction. It will get smaller and usually goes away but some people will have a permanent "hard spot".
Answered 8/14/2016
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You may want: to get an X-ray to see if you fractured anything…..
Answered 10/23/2017
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Varies: There are a number of possibilities, among them is a contusion to the bone itself. Don't hesitate to be seen for an accurate diagnosis.
Answered 6/1/2016
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