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Suggest Quick Treatment For Swelling, Pain And Redness Below The Knee

Hi, I am Shankaran Iyer and my wife Mrs.Bhagirathi has got swelling,pain,redness on her right leg below the knee.We consulted three doctors till date and last one was a vascular surgeon.He has given medicine but informed us to go for doppler ultrasound and if required surgery/laser.We have to leave for US in 2 weeks.
Mon, 27 May 2019
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Hello,

Swelling in her leg below the knee could be due to decreased blood supply to the leg or it could be due to some medications. As it could be a risk factor for heart disease, she needs thorough evaluation.

She may require to undergo tests like venous doppler and D-dimer. In my opinion, it would be better if the issue could be addressed before leaving to USA.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. All the best.

Thank you.

Regards,
Dr. Padmaja
General & Family Physician
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Suggest Quick Treatment For Swelling, Pain And Redness Below The Knee

Hello, Swelling in her leg below the knee could be due to decreased blood supply to the leg or it could be due to some medications. As it could be a risk factor for heart disease, she needs thorough evaluation. She may require to undergo tests like venous doppler and D-dimer. In my opinion, it would be better if the issue could be addressed before leaving to USA. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. All the best. Thank you. Regards, Dr. Padmaja General & Family Physician