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Question: Hi
I've had a tight pain in my calf for a few days and a short while ago I stepped off a chair and caused a lot of pain in the same spot. It's a really specific spot on the inside of my calf more towards the back than the front. That side is now hot and a bit swollen. What could it be?
I've had a tight pain in my calf for a few days and a short while ago I stepped off a chair and caused a lot of pain in the same spot. It's a really specific spot on the inside of my calf more towards the back than the front. That side is now hot and a bit swollen. What could it be?
Brief Answer:
Likely to be a tear of muscle fibers.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Welcome and thanks for your query.
I understand your concern.
You have been having a myalgia which may be related to strain or fatigue or an inflammation of the muscles.
When you stepped off the chair, it is likely that you have developed a muscle strain or tear as the swelling and tender spot would suggest.
Likely to be a tear of muscle fibers.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Welcome and thanks for your query.
I understand your concern.
You have been having a myalgia which may be related to strain or fatigue or an inflammation of the muscles.
When you stepped off the chair, it is likely that you have developed a muscle strain or tear as the swelling and tender spot would suggest.
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