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What Causes A Dent In The Leg Muscle After An Injury?

I recently fell and injured my leg - left quadricep. I had a deep bruise. Now there is a dent there that has never been there before. It is very noticeable. It s a literal dent in my leg muscle. I am 5 6.5 tall and 110 lbs. my age is 40. Can you tell me what this is and if it will go away?
Thu, 30 Jun 2016
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Hi
Hope this message finds you in good health.
I have gone through your complaints and understand your concern.
You seem to have injured your muscles which generally take around 3-4 weeks time to heel,if given adequate rest.
The treatment you are taking is absolutely right,but i guess you are not taking sufficient rest.The dent is usually due to a tear in substance of the muscle,but still,it will eventually heal.
Take analgesics,anti-inflammatory tablets,crepe bandage,rest.
Nothing to worry about.     
I hope your question has been answered.
If you have any follow-up queries,feel free to consult me anytime.
Thanks,Take care,God bless.
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What Causes A Dent In The Leg Muscle After An Injury?

Hi Hope this message finds you in good health. I have gone through your complaints and understand your concern. You seem to have injured your muscles which generally take around 3-4 weeks time to heel,if given adequate rest. The treatment you are taking is absolutely right,but i guess you are not taking sufficient rest.The dent is usually due to a tear in substance of the muscle,but still,it will eventually heal. Take analgesics,anti-inflammatory tablets,crepe bandage,rest. Nothing to worry about. I hope your question has been answered. If you have any follow-up queries,feel free to consult me anytime. Thanks,Take care,God bless.