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" Question I got punched in the face a couple of weeks ago and since then a lump has appeared on my lip. It seems to have grown in size.  Could this be a blood clot or is it just another way for my lip to heal?   Answer It&amp;#039;s not likely to be the natural healing process that is causing the increased swelling on your face so long after the injury.  The lump you&amp;#039;ve noticed probably represents a deep bruise within the tissue traumatised by the impact of the punch.  It is most likely a small collection of blood (haematoma) that has nowhere to go. Such a collection can swell for some time after the trauma.  It eventually develops into scar tissue that is lumpy, but not usually as noticeable as the original injury. If it&amp;#039;s uncomfortable or cosmetically unacceptable I would advise seeing a doctor about it.  Sometimes a surgeon can remove the collection of blood through a needle or by an incision under local anaesthetic. Yours sincerely The NetDoctor Medical Team   Other Qs &amp;amp; As Any treatment for aging skin? A patch of skin that lost its pigment Cold sores Dark patches on my top and cheeks Faint red veins on my face How can I get rid of the blotches on my face? I am blushing more than usual I can&amp;#039;t grow a moustache I have a constant burning sensation on my lips &amp;amp;#8211; what should I do? Information about Jessner&amp;#039;s lymphocytic infiltrate I&amp;#039;ve got a dent in my chin after squeezing my spots I&amp;#039;ve got freckles on my lips Laser treatment for face tattoos Lichen planus of the mouth Minor infection in the face My mouth sores are so painful My face is always red My shaving doesn&amp;#039;t have any effect New treatment for Jessner&amp;#039;s? Our baby is tongue tied Papilloma on my tongue Red face Slapped cheek disease Smoker&amp;#039;s skin Swollen lips The inside of my mouth is peeling What is slapped cheek syndrome? White layer on my tongue White spots on the back of my tonsils Why do I have this skin problem?   Last updated 27.03.2014 "^^<http://www.w3.org/2001/XMLSchema#string>
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