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Suggest Remedies For Swollen Calf Muscles In Right Leg
Question: I have very swollen calves, especially the right leg, And it is painful. On a scale of 1 to10, a 7.
Brief Answer:
It could be Deep vein thrombosis.
Detailed Answer:
Hello Sir.
Since when is the swelling?
There could be multiple causes for the swelling. One of them would be Deep Vein Thrombosis. It would be difficult to say without examining. I suggest you see your Doctor or preferably a Surgeon who can examine you and get some investigations. Basic investigations required would be a D-dimer which is a blood test and a Color Doppler of both lower limbs Venous system. With these investigations I would be able to help you. Till then apply crepe bandage compression from foot to above knee and keep the limb elevated.
Please do let me know the investigation reports and if you have any queries on this issue.
Take care
Dr Rishi, New XXXXXXX XXXXXXX
It could be Deep vein thrombosis.
Detailed Answer:
Hello Sir.
Since when is the swelling?
There could be multiple causes for the swelling. One of them would be Deep Vein Thrombosis. It would be difficult to say without examining. I suggest you see your Doctor or preferably a Surgeon who can examine you and get some investigations. Basic investigations required would be a D-dimer which is a blood test and a Color Doppler of both lower limbs Venous system. With these investigations I would be able to help you. Till then apply crepe bandage compression from foot to above knee and keep the limb elevated.
Please do let me know the investigation reports and if you have any queries on this issue.
Take care
Dr Rishi, New XXXXXXX XXXXXXX
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
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