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Suggest Treatment For Pain In The Left Ankle While On Coumadin
Question: Every 20-30 saeconds i get a pain that feels like an electric impulse. the pain only lasts for about 5 seconds then goes away. the pain is just above my left ankle and goes up maybe 6 inches of my lower shin. that is the only place i feel this pain. I am on coumadin and wonder if this could be a blood clot.
Brief Answer:
Can be nerve related.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for posting your query.
The electric like pain that you have is likely to be related to a mild nerve root compression or irritation. This can be related to lower back pain also. This is not related to coumadin intake or a blood clot as there is no persistent pain or swelling. Taking methylcobalamin supplements can help in reducing this sensation. In case the sensation persists then do consult a neurologist for examination.
I hope this answers your query.
In case you have additional questions or doubts, you can forward them to me, and I shall be glad to help you out.
Wishing you good health.
Regards.
Dr. Praveen Tayal.
For future query, you can directly approach me through my profile URL http://bit.ly/Dr-Praveen-Tayal
Can be nerve related.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for posting your query.
The electric like pain that you have is likely to be related to a mild nerve root compression or irritation. This can be related to lower back pain also. This is not related to coumadin intake or a blood clot as there is no persistent pain or swelling. Taking methylcobalamin supplements can help in reducing this sensation. In case the sensation persists then do consult a neurologist for examination.
I hope this answers your query.
In case you have additional questions or doubts, you can forward them to me, and I shall be glad to help you out.
Wishing you good health.
Regards.
Dr. Praveen Tayal.
For future query, you can directly approach me through my profile URL http://bit.ly/Dr-Praveen-Tayal
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