Hi
You are welcome! Please do keep me posted.
Thanks for your reply doctornee.
I've read the article regarding a bruise and it very much sounds like what i am experiencing with my leg. Though through your advice I think i should still see my local clinic and have it checked out.
thanks again.
Pat
Hi
Thanks for the post. In your case I think it was a bruise, may or may not accompanied by formation of a hematoma (localized collection of blood from injury to a blood vessel). The color changes you describe are normal for a bruise, and initially the healing bruise margins do spread.
I am giving you a link about bruise with pictures, so you can see for yourself. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bruise
However it is difficult to diagnose without examining. Since you have a prolonged history of varicose veins and from your post I realize you are into sports and exercise, so it will be wise to consult a specialist. Maybe you can begin with your local doctor.
Hope this helps. Please let me know if there is any thing else.