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Suggest Treatment For Pain And Swelling In The Leg Post An Injury
Question: I fell and got a large cut on my shin. It looks like the shin is chipped but I don't have much pain when I walk. I have pain when i move my leg around, like in bed but walking is fine. It's bruised and a little swollen. Can i play tennis and tomorrow?
Brief Answer:
Based on the information, I feel it is better to avoid playing
Detailed Answer:
Hi XXXXXXX
Welcome
I have gone through your query.
I would like to see the pictures of the injury and based on that I'll be able to give you specific advice.
How big is the cut? Is it deep or superficial?
Presently based on the information I feel you should not play. You should give rest to it.
You should wash the affected area with cool water and Clean it with antiseptic solution like dettol. You should apply antibiotic ointment like neosporin. Take tetanus shot if you have not received one within five years.
Hope this helps
Take care
.
Based on the information, I feel it is better to avoid playing
Detailed Answer:
Hi XXXXXXX
Welcome
I have gone through your query.
I would like to see the pictures of the injury and based on that I'll be able to give you specific advice.
How big is the cut? Is it deep or superficial?
Presently based on the information I feel you should not play. You should give rest to it.
You should wash the affected area with cool water and Clean it with antiseptic solution like dettol. You should apply antibiotic ointment like neosporin. Take tetanus shot if you have not received one within five years.
Hope this helps
Take care
.
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Dr. Priyanka G Raj
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