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What Causes Tingling Numbness On Foot, Swollen Left Knee And Ankle?

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Posted on Tue, 11 Aug 2015
Question: Three days ago I noticed my left knee was swelling and left ankle along with tingling numbness on the foot..I feel no pain of any kind
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Answered by Dr. Kathy Robinson (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
see doctor right away

Detailed Answer:
Hello and thanks for your question.
This could be a blood clot in your leg (deep vein thrombosis). You do not always have pain with a clot like but you always have swelling in just one leg. If you can not see your doctor in the next few hours then I suggest that you go to emergency for evaluation for a possible blood clot.
This could be very serious, please do not ignore this warning sign.
Regards,
Dr. Robinson
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
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What Causes Tingling Numbness On Foot, Swollen Left Knee And Ankle?

Brief Answer: see doctor right away Detailed Answer: Hello and thanks for your question. This could be a blood clot in your leg (deep vein thrombosis). You do not always have pain with a clot like but you always have swelling in just one leg. If you can not see your doctor in the next few hours then I suggest that you go to emergency for evaluation for a possible blood clot. This could be very serious, please do not ignore this warning sign. Regards, Dr. Robinson