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A 60-year-old female asked:

3 wks after knee impact injury w swelling and bruising but bending and walking fine. now shin area bruising is tender to touch, warm even tho no impact there. is that to be expected? should i be concerned about a blood clot, or something?

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Dr. Gurmukh Singh
Dr. Gurmukh Singhanswered
Pathology 51 years experience
Need to examine: It is not feasible to provide a meaningful opinion without additional history, physical examination and may be some tests. What your described is of concern and it would be prudent to see your doctor. Wish you good health!
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