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How do i know if the hematoma on my shin needs be drained?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Dr. Mark Galland answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

See your doctor: Your physician will best be able to determine if this is the appropriate course of treatment. Best of luck!

Answered 8/29/2013

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Dr. Vadim Glukh answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Surgery

Red/ painful?: If the redness is spreading, the area feels like a bag of fluid - see a physician.

Dr Michalski agreed

Answered 9/30/2013

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