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Reason For Swelling In The Leg?

my right side of my right lower leg collided with someone else s should whilst playing footy.. it had swelling after although i didnt worry about it.. 2 weeks later when minor impact occurs i nearly drop to the floor and a big red mark occurs around the area.. what is it?
Mon, 28 Jan 2019
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Hello,

Consult a physician and get evaluated.

We have to rule out possible causes like cellulitis.

An ultrasound scan is required for further assessment.

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

Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain,
General & Family Physician
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Reason For Swelling In The Leg?

Hello, Consult a physician and get evaluated. We have to rule out possible causes like cellulitis. An ultrasound scan is required for further assessment. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician