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Is Fluid Filled Swelling After A Shin Injury On Leg,normal?

I fell down the stairs on Saturday and hit my shin on my left leg. There is a bruise, a scrape and a little swelling in a small area. When I touch my leg were the swelling is it feels like it is full of fluid and when I walk I can feel it move. Is this normal?
Fri, 24 Jun 2016
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Orthopaedic Surgeon 's  Response
hi
hope this msg finds u in good health
u seem to have damaged soft tissues after which fluid accumulation is normal n temporary. .it will subside eventually
get an xray done
thanks take care god bless
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Is Fluid Filled Swelling After A Shin Injury On Leg,normal?

hi hope this msg finds u in good health u seem to have damaged soft tissues after which fluid accumulation is normal n temporary. .it will subside eventually get an xray done thanks take care god bless