HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

Suggest Treatment For A Wound On The Leg

Two weeks ago, as I was getting off an exercise machine at my health club, the calf of my leg, Gastrocnemius was hit by the moving wheel of the elliptical that was right behind me. It hurt a lot but after a couple of minutes I was able to walk with a slight limp. After about four or five days, most of the pain subsided although a green and yellow bruise appeared where the calf was hit. So, I went to the health club a week later, and even used one of the machines to lift 80 lbs with the top of my feet (talus calcaneuses). A couple days later, when I was getting off my bed, I felt a small pull or snap. Now I have large purple bruises about six inches below the calf muscles that are surrounded by a green bruise. Should I be concerned? I have very little pain? I am a 61 year old healthy male and I do not have a history of blood clots,diabetes, stroke or heart issues. I am in good health.
Mon, 23 Oct 2017
Report Abuse
General & Family Physician 's  Response
hi.welcome to healthcare magic.i understand your problem.my opinion is that,
1.apply cold compressions over the bruise.
2.elevate the bruised area while sleeping.
3.apply fusiderm ointment twice daily over the lesions.
4.take analgesics like tablet ibuprofen twice daily for 7 days ,if you have pain.
5.maintain good hygiene around the area.
thank you.
hope my answer will help you.
I find this answer helpful

Note: Hope the answers resolves your concerns, however for further guidance of skin related queries consult our Dermatologist.Click here to book a consultation
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer. For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service [Sample answer]
Share on
 

Related questions you may be interested in


Loading Online Doctors....
Suggest Treatment For A Wound On The Leg

hi.welcome to healthcare magic.i understand your problem.my opinion is that, 1.apply cold compressions over the bruise. 2.elevate the bruised area while sleeping. 3.apply fusiderm ointment twice daily over the lesions. 4.take analgesics like tablet ibuprofen twice daily for 7 days ,if you have pain. 5.maintain good hygiene around the area. thank you. hope my answer will help you.