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I fell last week and my thigh is swolllen and black and blue down my leg. ill it clear up,or should. i see a doctor?
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Hematoma: You have a hematoma which does clear up on its own. If you have pain in the leg with weight bearing meaning there may be underlying fracture, then you should see a doctor. Otherwise, it will take time, but it will resolve.
Answered 11/26/2018
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