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What Do Blisters On The Shin Bone Indicate While Obese?

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Posted on Tue, 3 Oct 2017
Question: Huge blister formed on shin bone of 57 yr old disabled obese male, approximately 3" x 3" in size, filled with clear fluid. He has a pacemaker and weighs about 400 lbs.
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Answered by Dr. Chobufo Ditah (2 hours later)
Brief Answer:
Kindly upload image for review!

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Hi and thanks so much for this query.

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Follow up: Dr. Chobufo Ditah (3 hours later)
The individual was a hurricane evacuee from FL. We did not get a photo image of his concerned leg. Can you tell me what situations would result in this presentation? The blister formed over the last 3 days and was above the skin about 1 1/2", was not hot or cold to the touch. I have never seen anything like it. Thanks for your kind attention.
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Answered by Dr. Chobufo Ditah (30 hours later)
Brief Answer:
Probably due to trauma!

Detailed Answer:
Hi and thanks so much for this follow up.

He might have injured this area which result in fluid extravasation and accumulation under the skin. From the description, it is pretty clear that it is not an infection. My advice is to keep it clean and healing would be spontaneous. There is no need for specific medications.

I wish you well.
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Yogesh D
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What Do Blisters On The Shin Bone Indicate While Obese?

Brief Answer: Kindly upload image for review! Detailed Answer: Hi and thanks so much for this query. I have reviewed this information fully. It will be ideal to obtain and review an image in this regard. This will permit me to review so as to provide a personalized and helpful response to you. To upload an image, simply click on the link to upload a file and follow the instructions. If this proves difficult, please send the image by mail to YYYY@YYYY and request that the image should be uploaded to your query. I do promise to get back to you with more insights and helpful recommendations as soon as the requested information gets here.