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What does it mean when I have swelling, redness and heat on my LEFT shin/calf? I have a history of bad circulation and I sometimes take Lasix for high blood pressure. Today my lower left leg and foot/ankle is very swollen. The leg is reddened and hot to the touch. Can you tell me what this is and what to do about it?
Tue, 6 Jan 2015
Orthopaedic Surgeon, Joint Replacement, Dr. Saurabh Gupta's Response
Hello, Thanks for your query. It seems that you are having pain in your calves . It can happen due to- 1. Calf muscle strain and tear - Usually due to overwork and overstretching of the muscles. Recent increase in leg exercises may cause these. Gradual increase in exercise and pain killers with mild anti inflammatory drugs can help +in reducing the symptoms. 2. Muscle ischaemia- associated with diabetes usually. There is acute pain associated with it. 3. Deep vein thrombosis- comes last among the list of probable diagnosis. You may get the initial physical examination, relevant tests and treatment done under care of 'Orthopaedician'
I do hope that you have found something helpful and I will be glad to answer any further query. Take care
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What Causes Swelling And Redness On Calf?
Hello, Thanks for your query. It seems that you are having pain in your calves . It can happen due to- 1. Calf muscle strain and tear - Usually due to overwork and overstretching of the muscles. Recent increase in leg exercises may cause these. Gradual increase in exercise and pain killers with mild anti inflammatory drugs can help +in reducing the symptoms. 2. Muscle ischaemia- associated with diabetes usually. There is acute pain associated with it. 3. Deep vein thrombosis- comes last among the list of probable diagnosis. You may get the initial physical examination, relevant tests and treatment done under care of Orthopaedician I do hope that you have found something helpful and I will be glad to answer any further query. Take care