- Bruise or contusion
Bruises, or contusions, cause skin discoloration, swelling and tenderness.
- Sprained ankle
An ankle sprain is an injury the ligaments in the foot causing pain, tenderness, swelling, and bruising.
- Hematoma
A hematoma is a collection of blood in the tissue outside of a damaged blood vessel, usually after an injury.
- Allergic reaction
Allergic reaction causes sneezing, runny nose and hives and can lead to anaphylaxis, a whole body reaction.
- Pseudogout
Pseudogout is a type of arthritis similar to gout, where crystals form in the joints, causing swelling and pain.
- Lumbar spinal stenosis
Lumbar spinal stenosis is a condition that can cause pain in the lower back, buttocks, legs, and feet.
- Sarcoidosis
Sarcoidosis is a rare disease that can cause swelling and hard lumps in the lymph nodes and organs.
- Scleroderma
Scleroderma is an uncommon immune disorder that causes collagen to build up in the tissue, making it harden.
- Abscess
A skin abscess, or boil, is a swollen, painful, red and warm lump of skin that may rupture and drain pus.
- Trauma or injury
Trauma most often refers to serious bodily injury or wounds symptoms range depending on the injury.
- Chemical burns
A chemical burn can cause symptoms ranging from burning and blisters to pain and shortness of breath.
- Burn (heat or fire)
Burns caused by heat are called thermal burns and can cause pain swelling, skin changes, blisters and more.
- Thoracic spinal stenosis
Thoracic spinal stenosis can cause pain in your back and legs, loss of bladder or bowel function, and more.
- CREST syndrome
CREST syndrome is a rare autoimmune disease that causes tissues to harden throughout the body.
