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What Causes Swelling And Indentation On Calf Upon Pressing Post Injury?

Injured calf muscle after football injury. Extremely painful, very swollen, red, sore and painful to touch. Couldn t walk on it for about 3 days. Bruising has come out after a week, still swollen and but less painful. When touched or poked I am left with indents from any pressure applied. Haven t seeked any medical advise as just assumed it was a muscle strain.
Mon, 27 Apr 2020
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Hi,

Red, painful swelling appearing immediately following injury suggests a contusion / hematoma. This can be treated with analgesics like ibuprofen (3 times a day after food), ice application and rest for 3-5 days.

If symptoms are not coming down in 3 days or fever appears, this can suggest secondary infection that will need antibiotic treatment, and sometimes drainage of any pus. For this, your doctor will guide.

Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Muhammed Aslam T. K., Pediatrician
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What Causes Swelling And Indentation On Calf Upon Pressing Post Injury?

Hi, Red, painful swelling appearing immediately following injury suggests a contusion / hematoma. This can be treated with analgesics like ibuprofen (3 times a day after food), ice application and rest for 3-5 days. If symptoms are not coming down in 3 days or fever appears, this can suggest secondary infection that will need antibiotic treatment, and sometimes drainage of any pus. For this, your doctor will guide. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Muhammed Aslam T. K., Pediatrician