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Is It Normal To Have Growing Lump On The Thigh After An Injury?

Hi.
I was hit in the outer thigh very hard with a blunt object and instantly the area got a hard lump. Later it started to bruise. I put ice on it right away but the next day the lump seemed larger than it was initially and the bruises started to show. Should I be concerned? Is this normal? The area is quite tender. My fear is that it will cause a blood clot because usually when I bruise I do not get a hard raised swollen area underneath it. It has been about 20 hours since the blow to my leg. When should I go to the doctor?
Wed, 12 Mar 2014
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HI. This is already a hematoma that has developed.
To get an early relief go to the Doctor and get medicines for pain and swelling to recover at an early stage. Give it a rest if possible.
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Is It Normal To Have Growing Lump On The Thigh After An Injury?

HI. This is already a hematoma that has developed. To get an early relief go to the Doctor and get medicines for pain and swelling to recover at an early stage. Give it a rest if possible.