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How To Treat Swelling And Bruise On Buttocks Due To A Cut?
I fell over 2 wks. ago hitting my left side of my butt. Also causing a 5 cut. Went to ER they said they couldn t stitch it because it was too swollen. They put the butterfly strips on it . The strips are still,on but the 5 is now down to about an inch. It is still swollen big but a lot on the blood bruising is starting to fade. I m on plavix so they said that is why all the red bruising.My question is how long does it stay swollen and sore? Carol
Tue, 2 May 2023
Hi,
Swelling and soreness after an injury can vary in duration depending on the severity of the injury, the individual's health status, and other factors. In general, swelling and soreness can last for several days to a few weeks. Since you mentioned that you are on Plavix, a blood thinner medication, it may take longer for the bruising to heal and the swelling to go down. This is because Plavix can interfere with blood clotting, which can lead to prolonged bleeding and bruising.
It's important to keep the affected area elevated and apply ice to help reduce swelling and relieve pain. You can also take over-the-counter pain medications, such as acetaminophen or ibuprofen, as directed by your doctor.
If you notice any signs of infection, such as redness, warmth, or drainage from the wound, or if your symptoms worsen or don't improve over time, it's important to contact your doctor for further evaluation and treatment. In summary, swelling and soreness can last for several days to a few weeks after an injury, and it may take longer to heal if you are taking Plavix. Follow your doctor's instructions and monitor signs of infection around the injury.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Zia Ul Haq, General & Family Physician
Swelling and soreness after an injury can vary in duration depending on the severity of the injury, the individual's health status, and other factors. In general, swelling and soreness can last for several days to a few weeks. Since you mentioned that you are on Plavix, a blood thinner medication, it may take longer for the bruising to heal and the swelling to go down. This is because Plavix can interfere with blood clotting, which can lead to prolonged bleeding and bruising.
It's important to keep the affected area elevated and apply ice to help reduce swelling and relieve pain. You can also take over-the-counter pain medications, such as acetaminophen or ibuprofen, as directed by your doctor.
If you notice any signs of infection, such as redness, warmth, or drainage from the wound, or if your symptoms worsen or don't improve over time, it's important to contact your doctor for further evaluation and treatment. In summary, swelling and soreness can last for several days to a few weeks after an injury, and it may take longer to heal if you are taking Plavix. Follow your doctor's instructions and monitor signs of infection around the injury.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Zia Ul Haq, General & Family Physician
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