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What Causes Swelling And Pain In The Calf While Suffering From Leg Cramps?
Question: Right leg is swollen. In the calf, there is a pain that feels like a cramped muscle.
Brief Answer:
Muscle relaxant and hot compress will help.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for posting your query.
The swelling and pain in the calf can be due to leg cramps. It is best to do a hot compress and take an oral muscle relaxant in combination with a pain killer to help it. You can also apply a local analgesic gel in the area for relief.
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
Muscle relaxant and hot compress will help.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for posting your query.
The swelling and pain in the calf can be due to leg cramps. It is best to do a hot compress and take an oral muscle relaxant in combination with a pain killer to help it. You can also apply a local analgesic gel in the area for relief.
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
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
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