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What Causes Bruise On Calf With History Of High Blood Pressure?
I have had what looks like a bruise on the outside of my left calf. It doesn t hurt when pressed and has been there for some time. I am on meds for high blood pressure and cholesterol and am overweight otherwise pretty fair health for my almost 71 years. Thank you for any suggestions. PS: I see a RNNP as a health provider.
Hi, Thanks for your question. I do understand your pain and discomfort. As per your history please follow:- 1)Check for strain by taking any painkiller with OMIDOM 2)Check for Deep vein Thrombosis[Clinically,Ultrasound,D-Dimer test] 3)ELISA test for Protein C deficiency & CBC with differential I hope this is enough to find your causes responsible for bruise on calf muscle. Thanks
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What Causes Bruise On Calf With History Of High Blood Pressure?
Hi, Thanks for your question. I do understand your pain and discomfort. As per your history please follow:- 1)Check for strain by taking any painkiller with OMIDOM 2)Check for Deep vein Thrombosis[Clinically,Ultrasound,D-Dimer test] 3)ELISA test for Protein C deficiency & CBC with differential I hope this is enough to find your causes responsible for bruise on calf muscle. Thanks