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My son was running about a week ago and he felt a stinging pain in his leg. a "bruise" developed after that with blue veins around it. im not sure if it's a normal bruise or a blood clot. he says that it feels different and sore.

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Dr. Amrita Dosanjh answered

Specializes in Pediatric Allergy and Asthma

Bee sting?: If there is a stinger in the area, please see your PCP for removal, apply a cold pack and watch for signs of infection such as pus, swelling and redness.

Dr Hickerson and another doctor agreed

Answered 9/25/2019

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A member asked:

My son was running about a week ago and he felt a stinging pain in his leg. a "bruise" developed after that with blue veins around it. im not sure if it's a normal bruise or a blood clot. he says that it feels different and sore.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Amrita Dosanjh answered

Dr Hickerson and another doctor agreed

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