How long does a leg hematoma take to heal?

Mild hematomas and contusions typically heal within about five days. A large hematoma may last weeks to months and as it heals it will change color and slowly shrink in size. Hematoma pain and swelling may be treated with over-the-counter (OTC) pain medications. Aspirin should not be used as it may increase bleeding.

What does a hematoma feel like in leg?

A hematoma is a bad bruise. It happens when an injury causes blood to collect and pool under the skin. The pooling blood gives the skin a spongy, rubbery, lumpy feel.

What are the signs and symptoms of a hematoma?

Pain, swelling, redness, and disfiguring bruises are common symptoms of hematoma in general. Some symptoms specific to the location of a hematoma are: Subdural hematoma symptoms: headache, neurologic problems (weakness on one side, difficulty speaking, falling), confusion, seizures.

Should you elevate a leg with a hematoma?

Elevate the affected area. Elevation helps reduce pain and swelling. If the injury is on an arm or leg, keep the limb above the level of your heart.

What do you do for a hematoma on your leg?

Treating a hematoma in your leg

  1. cold compress or ice pack application for 20 to 30 minutes for the 48 hours following injury to reduce swelling.
  2. rest.
  3. elevating your foot higher than your heart.
  4. light compression with a wrapped bandage.
  5. pain medication such as acetaminophen (Tylenol)

How do you treat a hematoma on the lower leg?

What helps a hematoma go away?

To manage a hematoma under the skin, nail, or other soft tissue, a person should rest the injured area and apply an ice pack wrapped in a towel to reduce any pain or swelling. It may help to wrap or splint the area around the hematoma to keep the blood vessel from reopening as it heals.

When does a leg hematoma need to be drained?

If you have a hematoma over your shinbone, your doctor may recommend surgery. If you have a large hematoma that doesn’t go away for several days following your injury, your doctor might suggest that it be drained.