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How Can Deep Vein Thrombosis In The Leg Be Treated?
Question: My wife was hospitalised and was bedridden for almost a month there but almost 10 years back,now she has been complaining of pain in her right knee and at times her calf in the night swell and become stone hard.even at times her toe fingers become stiff and she has extreme pain this normally happens in the middle of night ,i got scared reading about dvt ,and want to confirm if she doesnt have that?
How can we be sure about it!!
How can we be sure about it!!
Brief Answer:
I suggest venous color doppler
Detailed Answer:
Hello. Thank you for writing to us
I am dr.kakkar (dermatologist). I have noted your concern.
Deep vein thrombosis is more common in immobile patients than in ambulatory patients. It is certainly a risk in bed ridden patients. I suggest venous color doppler B/L legs to rule out any possibility of DVT.
Regards
I suggest venous color doppler
Detailed Answer:
Hello. Thank you for writing to us
I am dr.kakkar (dermatologist). I have noted your concern.
Deep vein thrombosis is more common in immobile patients than in ambulatory patients. It is certainly a risk in bed ridden patients. I suggest venous color doppler B/L legs to rule out any possibility of DVT.
Regards
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