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Posted on Sun, 23 Jun 2019
Question: I am having pain in the bend part of the back of my leg and take tegretol, abilify, and am currently on Keflex.
There is no redness, swelling, or any external bruising to my leg. Could I be a risk of a blood clot? I am a 55 year old female
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Answered by Dr. Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
Probably a strain muscle, follow the advice below.

Detailed Answer:
Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.

I understand your concern.

I see through the query that you don't have any symptoms such as redness, swelling, or any external bruising.

So, it is very unlikely to be a blood clot.

In my opinion, it is probably a strained muscle.

I suggest to use anti inflammatory medication such as Ibuprofen 400 mg three times a day.

I also suggest to use a noninflammatory cream for local application such as Voltaren gel.

Gentle massage and warm compresses can be helpful in relieving the pain.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
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Dr. Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi

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I Am Having Pain In The Bend Part Of The

Brief Answer: Probably a strain muscle, follow the advice below. Detailed Answer: Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. I understand your concern. I see through the query that you don't have any symptoms such as redness, swelling, or any external bruising. So, it is very unlikely to be a blood clot. In my opinion, it is probably a strained muscle. I suggest to use anti inflammatory medication such as Ibuprofen 400 mg three times a day. I also suggest to use a noninflammatory cream for local application such as Voltaren gel. Gentle massage and warm compresses can be helpful in relieving the pain. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.