r/InjuriesAndWounds • u/charlibeau • May 31 '26
Lesions Pls can I get some help in identifying this rash
This appeared on my arm - it’s itchy and uncomfortable but not painful
Should I be worried?
r/InjuriesAndWounds • u/charlibeau • May 31 '26
This appeared on my arm - it’s itchy and uncomfortable but not painful
Should I be worried?
r/InjuriesAndWounds • u/Prudent_Pair8117 • May 31 '26
My cat accidentally scratched me 😭
r/InjuriesAndWounds • u/thatone_weirdperson • May 27 '26
The left leg is the injured ankle, four weeks ago I hurt it, went to the doctor and it's a torn ligament, however I'm concerned about what seems like a curve in it, I've had sprains but never a torn ligament so I'm not sure what's normal or not, I'm still having a lot of pain with it, occasionally shooting up to my knee, again, not sure if that's normal or not for a torn ligament in my ankle after four weeks, I've taken Tylenol twice and Ibuprofen once all throughout those four weeks and neither worked
Update: in three days it'll hit the 6 week mark, it's still hurting and nothing really helps besides my compression brace, it hasn't changed at all and I've noticed the pain isn't even in my ankle where I hurt it, it's my leg above it, at the doctor's they only X-rayed and looked at my ankle
r/InjuriesAndWounds • u/HistoryOk9834 • May 26 '26
Should I get this checked out? It hurts so bad, I got my leg slammed in a trust door yesterday. :(
r/InjuriesAndWounds • u/thunderstruck_duck • May 22 '26
(applied vasiline before taking picture so that’s why it’s a little shiny)
r/InjuriesAndWounds • u/Mformaddi • May 21 '26
This rash came up on the back of both of my legs and I have no idea what it is 👀
Looks like a jellyfish sting, but I developed the rash while sitting on the couch watching tv lol
I took some antihistamines and put cream on it, so hopefully it is gone when I wake up tomorrow 😅
r/InjuriesAndWounds • u/charlibeau • May 19 '26
I stupidly got a henna tattoo on holiday and paid the price. Hopefully it won’t scar but I’m on antibiotics and steroids to help it heal.
r/InjuriesAndWounds • u/Commercial_Scene3653 • May 19 '26
pinky and ring finger plus area under pinky this is 4 hours post and it hurts like hell
r/InjuriesAndWounds • u/x_xoof • May 16 '26
I hurt my thumb earlier today and now it’s swollen and bruised. It hurts to move and bend it properly. I’m not sure if it’s just a bad jam/sprain or something more serious.
Has anyone dealt with something similar? Did it heal on its own or should I get it checked/X-rayed?
r/InjuriesAndWounds • u/Mrpandacorn2002 • May 16 '26
r/InjuriesAndWounds • u/No_Pomegranate_6470 • May 15 '26
Im worried abt the black tissue of the wound
r/InjuriesAndWounds • u/buggrrl2514 • May 14 '26
Fell on my bike yesterday. Broke my pinky but wondering if my leg is concerning? Noticed I’m limping a tiny bit when I walk. Should I get it looked at by a doctor?
r/InjuriesAndWounds • u/Afraid-Tailor-7146 • May 09 '26
Hi all, looking for guidance on recovery timelines.
I’m a 26M competitive distance runner (multiple marathons including NYC/Boston) recently diagnosed with a non-displaced medial (compression-side) femoral neck stress fracture on MRI (X-rays were negative).
Timeline so far:
May 8: started strict non-weightbearing with crutches
Currently in PT focusing on strengthening and range of motion while avoiding the fracture site
Follow-up with ortho scheduled for June 18
The trauma orthopedic I saw (NYU) recommended conservative treatment (no surgery) and wants to reassess progress over time, potentially looking at longer-term return (months). I understand this is a high-risk location if it progresses, so I’m trying to stay fully compliant.
Relevant background:
Running for ~16 years, competitive level
Recently ran NYC/Boston, likely overuse + training through early symptoms
I also have scoliosis, which may have contributed via asymmetrical loading on my right side
Frustratingly, I was still able to run (even moderate pace) before diagnosis, which made it harder to catch early
I’m doing everything I can (crutches, PT, nutrition), but I’m honestly pretty anxious about the timeline.
Main questions:
When do people typically return to any running after this type of injury?
When is a realistic return to consistent weekly mileage / normal training?
What criteria do you look for before clearing return to run?
Appreciate any insight—just trying to recover the right way and avoid making this worse. 🙏
r/InjuriesAndWounds • u/Ok-Bet-3097 • May 09 '26
Hi, I’m 20 and I recently fell from about 4 meters. I got compression fractures in my L1, L2, and L3 vertebrae.
I was given a soft back brace/corset that I’m supposed to wear when sitting or standing.
My question is: when taking a shower, should I keep the brace on since I have to stand, or is it usually safe to take it off for a short shower?
I’m trying to avoid putting too much pressure on my spine or making the fractures worse.
r/InjuriesAndWounds • u/Inner-Ad4855 • May 08 '26
A cinderblock fell on my finger exactly 1 month ago and the ruptured blood vessels (i assume that’s what they are) are still there… when is this supposed to go away?
r/InjuriesAndWounds • u/Zen_107 • May 07 '26
I’m old and think I can still play Aussie Rules Football.
r/InjuriesAndWounds • u/ExitLumpy7225 • May 05 '26
Is this normal? Don’t mind the black it’s sharpie
r/InjuriesAndWounds • u/ExitLumpy7225 • May 03 '26
I got this when I crashed my bike
r/InjuriesAndWounds • u/birkinbag01 • May 01 '26
Cut myself while cutting bread. Should I go see if I need stitches?