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How To Heal Swollen Red Leg?

My husbands right keg is red warm and swollen. It usually is swollen due to a vein taken for bypass surgery. He was in ER yesterday for what seems to be a viral infection. He does have diabetes. Also he now has a headache. Any answers? Send to YYYY@YYYY
Thu, 30 Jun 2016
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Orthopaedic Surgeon,  's  Response
Hi
Hope this message finds you in good health.
I have gone through his complaints and understand your concern.
If he is diabetic,1 st get his blood sugar levels checked, If the part is painful and warm,he needs to take anti-inflammatory and antibiotics tablets.Keep leg elevated.Ice pack,crepe bandage should help.
Nothing to worry about.     
I hope your question has been answered.
If you have any follow-up queries,feel free to consult me anytime.
Thanks,Take care,God bless.
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How To Heal Swollen Red Leg?

Hi Hope this message finds you in good health. I have gone through his complaints and understand your concern. If he is diabetic,1 st get his blood sugar levels checked, If the part is painful and warm,he needs to take anti-inflammatory and antibiotics tablets.Keep leg elevated.Ice pack,crepe bandage should help. Nothing to worry about. I hope your question has been answered. If you have any follow-up queries,feel free to consult me anytime. Thanks,Take care,God bless.