Flesh lumps after a fall, if the flesh lumps appear in the short term, it may be the local soft tissue swelling, which can be treated by local cold compresses, hot compresses, with anti-inflammatory and pain-relieving drugs; the flesh lumps appear in the process of recovery, it may be the scar tissue, which can be given immunomodulators, glucocorticosteroids, injections or surgical treatment.
1. Flesh lumps appear in the short term:
(1) Localized external force may cause tissue swelling and bumps higher than the skin surface may appear. It is recommended to apply cold compresses promptly after the injury, which can constrict blood vessels, reduce swelling, avoid oozing and relieve pain. 72 hours later, hot compresses should be given to promote subcutaneous blood circulation and subside swelling.
(2) If necessary, give anti-inflammatory drugs, such as aspirin, diclofenac, ibuprofen, acetaminophen, indomethacin, etc., which have the effect of anti-inflammatory, pain relief and fever reduction.
2. Flesh lumps appear during the recovery period:
(1) Flesh lumps appear locally after the wound has healed, and it is necessary to know whether it is related to scar proliferation. If the symptoms are not serious, they may gradually soften and disappear with time.
(2) If it exists for a long time, glucocorticosteroids such as trimethoprim and betamethasone can be given to improve the hardness of the scar and reduce the volume and thickness of the scar; immunomodulators such as tacrolimus and interferon can inhibit the proliferation of keloid scars and anti-fibrosis. Local injection of botulinum toxin type a slows down the growth of keloid; surgery can also be used to reduce the size of the scar.
Localized appearance of a keloid after a fall is related to a variety of factors, do not blindly deal with, should promptly go to the hospital, clear cause, follow the doctor’s instructions standardized treatment.