Suggest remedy for the lump on the shin with redness around it
Patient: My brother in law hit his shin on a concrete step.  A huge knot popped up.  We put ice on it and it was down the next day.  There is a sore about the size of a quarter where he hit it.  We have treated the sore with medi-honey, and there is no fever.  However the entire shin from the site about 12 inches down is red.  No fever.  He is diabetic with congestive heart failure. Doctor: Welcome to Health care magic.1.The symptoms seems like an infective features.2.With underlying medical conditions like diabetes and cardiac pathology, i would recommend to see the GP and let it get examined. 3.As in diabetics possibilities of infection are more.4.Muscle relaxant, and a course of antibiotic is what he needs according to me.5.But one needs to examine the area only then come to conclusion.Hope it helps you. Wish you a good health.Anything to ask ? do not hesitate. Thank you.