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How Can A Painful Phlebolith On The Shin Be Treated?
I was diagnosed with a calcified phlebolith on my lower left shin following an ultrasound. It has gone from a slight swelling 4-5 months ago to this. It is some what painful & itchy. Should I leave as is or consider removal?? Hard to find info on the condition, as most info on pelvic type.
Thu, 24 May 2018
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If you have pain due to it. then remove it. Otherwise don't worry about it. Take Ibuprofen, if you have pain.
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If you have pain due to it. then remove it. Otherwise don't worry about it. Take Ibuprofen, if you have pain.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
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