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Suggest Treatment For Lump On Shin

Hi i have a lump on my shin , i sprained my calf about two months ago but it has healed. This lump appeared there about a month ago. Its tender to the touch and is about nickle sized i can touch it and feels hard not soft more so like a bruise but its not black and blue or red sore what could this be.
Tue, 24 Nov 2015
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Hi.

It could be a hematoma that should resolve on its own, if it does not in another week or so then visit a doctor who will help evacuate it. And if it is not a hematoma then your doctors visit will give you the accurate diagnosis.

Best wishes.
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Suggest Treatment For Lump On Shin

Hi. It could be a hematoma that should resolve on its own, if it does not in another week or so then visit a doctor who will help evacuate it. And if it is not a hematoma then your doctors visit will give you the accurate diagnosis. Best wishes.