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What Does A Purple Bruise On Calf Indicate?

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Posted on Thu, 20 Mar 2014
Question: Hi. While in the shower I noticed a tender muscle on the outside of my calf. There is a dull, black or purple bruise, and pain is very minimal. It feels like a muscle knot, but the fact that it is bruising has me worried. Could this be a harmful blood clot? I do not remember injuring my calf, but I have been working out rather strenuously all week. Should I be concerned?
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Answered by Dr. Dr. Prasad J (54 minutes later)
Brief Answer: Blood clot less likely... Detailed Answer: Hi, Serious venous blood clots present with more painful symptoms than bruising. In my opinion this is less likely to be harmful venous blood clot. You most likely may have sustained an injury which went unnoticed. I suggest that you carry on with your regular activities and monitor the pain and bruising say once every hour or two. If the pain and bruise aggravates, consider a visit to the ER. Overall, I am not very concerned about blood clots. So do not panic. Hope this helps. Let me know if you need clarifications. Regards
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What Does A Purple Bruise On Calf Indicate?

Brief Answer: Blood clot less likely... Detailed Answer: Hi, Serious venous blood clots present with more painful symptoms than bruising. In my opinion this is less likely to be harmful venous blood clot. You most likely may have sustained an injury which went unnoticed. I suggest that you carry on with your regular activities and monitor the pain and bruising say once every hour or two. If the pain and bruise aggravates, consider a visit to the ER. Overall, I am not very concerned about blood clots. So do not panic. Hope this helps. Let me know if you need clarifications. Regards