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Dent near shin bone

2024-03-06 06:26:12
3 days back i found a dent here, it was not painful, no difference in colour, but currently the leg below it hurts when and after walking. What is this ?
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You need a clinical examination. Kindly visit a ortho surgeon.

Answered2024-03-08 23:17:49

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Did you get hit there?? Any trauma

Answered2024-03-06 06:31:23

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Looks wasting of subcutaneous tissue. It need detailed clinical assessment by the orthopedic doctor.
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Consult orthopaedic specialist

Answered2024-03-07 14:31:12

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Apply powergesic gel

Answered2024-03-06 06:32:38

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