What is the bruise and swelling on my right arm?
Patient: I think I have a torn muscle. My left arm feels bruised by the elbow and it feels like a long swollen thing (for lack of a better word..it s not a bump) It feels bruised right to the middle of my forearm and just up to the right side of my elbow. it is a muscle tear? I can still move with out pain...it s only when I touch it. Doctor: Hello,  It is quite common after blunt trauma. It is nothing but an extravasated blood underneath the skin. Generally it will settle by itself.  If persist you can consult a physician and get evaluated. In that case We have to rule out possible causes like bleeding disorders.  Hope I have answered your queries. Let me know if I can assist you further.  Take care  Regards, Dr Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician