Hi- I know most of you aren't doctors, but I figure there's a ton of experience here- so I'll just ask.
By now, I'm sure a lot of you know about my leg- giant hematoma in the thigh. The doctor told me to rest, ice and elevate it- which I have been doing, when I can, since I walk at work.

But- he didn't really give me a time frame. It's been 5 days now- so do you think it's safe to ride a bit?

I've been getting horror stories from people about - "you better be careful - my (fill in the blank relative/friend/acquaintance/dog)had one of those and got a blood clot and ( fill in the other blank - fell asleep forever/ lost their limbs/ died a horrible death/became invisible/became a carrot - you see what I mean, right?)But now they've got me concerned...y'know kinda freaked out.

I was aware of some of the potential for a clot whatever- and I specifically asked the doctor about it. He seemed unconcerned, and said just watch it- if I had flu like symptoms, unusual pain and swelling...etc..come back or go to the hospital.

Well- I've got none of that. Still very swollen - technicolour thigh- but- how do I know when to start cycling again? I mean- wait til the swelling goes right down? It's gonna be purple for WEEKS!!!

Y'know- usually the doctor says...stay off it for 2 weeks- and I'm back on it in like 3 days- so-
any suggestions?


Kimba
don't wanna be an sleepy invisible cabbage....