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What Causes A Hematoma On The Back After A Fall?

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Posted on Mon, 15 May 2017
Question: Fell down 5 stairs about 10hrs ago. It is swollen and looks like he hematoma. I am concerned that it could be a L4 L5 compression fracture.

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Answered by Dr. Neeraj Kumar (55 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Get investigated as advised

Detailed Answer:
Hello,
I have gone through your question and image and understand your concerns.
Hematoma is present. The fracture in vertebrae can only be visualized on Xray.
Is there any weakness in lower limbs, any sensory loss, any abnormality of bladder or bowel?
You should take pain killers with serratiopeptidase.
X-ray lumbar spine Ap and lateral view should be done.
Examination by a doctor especially neurologist, orthopedic surgeon or neurosurgeon is required,
Hope you found the answer helpful.
Regards
Dr N Kumar
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.

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What Causes A Hematoma On The Back After A Fall?

Brief Answer: Get investigated as advised Detailed Answer: Hello, I have gone through your question and image and understand your concerns. Hematoma is present. The fracture in vertebrae can only be visualized on Xray. Is there any weakness in lower limbs, any sensory loss, any abnormality of bladder or bowel? You should take pain killers with serratiopeptidase. X-ray lumbar spine Ap and lateral view should be done. Examination by a doctor especially neurologist, orthopedic surgeon or neurosurgeon is required, Hope you found the answer helpful. Regards Dr N Kumar