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Can Deep Vein Thrombosis,occur With Painful Calf Muscles?

I have had a below the knee cast on for two weeks after fracturing my fibula. The last couple of days I have had a pain in my calf which I am managing by taking ibuprofen. It is not an unbearable pain, more of an ache and it doesn't stop me sleeping or anything. Should I be worried about dvt? The doctor at the hospital didn't seem overly concerned when I mentioned to him yesterday. He just said to keep my leg elevated when sitting and keep wiggling my toes, which I am doing. Your advice is appreciated. Thanks, Sarah
Wed, 3 May 2017
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Respected user, hi I evaluated your query thoroughly.
*Best way is to get a Doppler Ultrasound of the venous system done & rule
out any residual possibility of thrombosis.
Hope this clears your doubts.
Thanks for using Health care magic & keeping trust in our medical services.
Wishing you fast speedy recovery from the same.
Regards dear take care.
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Can Deep Vein Thrombosis,occur With Painful Calf Muscles?

Respected user, hi I evaluated your query thoroughly. *Best way is to get a Doppler Ultrasound of the venous system done & rule out any residual possibility of thrombosis. Hope this clears your doubts. Thanks for using Health care magic & keeping trust in our medical services. Wishing you fast speedy recovery from the same. Regards dear take care.