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A member asked:

Has anyone had a lump on their shin? how soon does it go away after hitting it?

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Dr. Ahmad M Hadied answered

If a result of: Injury shold go away in few days to a week, if did not check with your doctor.

Dr Kuitems and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 12/29/2022

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