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What Is Causing Swelling And Pain In Left Calf And Ankle?
i recently had a Squamous cell carcinoma removed from my left lower leg my doctor said the procedure went well and the margins came back clear however two days after the procedure i started having extreame pain in my left side and left lower back my doctor said i was having muscle spasms because i had changed how i carried my weight after the procedure and prescribed me valium and toradol my side and back have now started to feel better but now my left calf and ankle have started swelling i am beginning to think maybe it got to my lymphatic system i cannot see my doctor till tomarrow at the earliest i would like to know what you think i am worried as all this is happing on my left side until this i have had no medical problems except a underactive thyroid i am 67 and only weigh 112lbs i have not twisted or hurt my foot or ankle as far as i no any help would be appreciated
Thu, 11 Sep 2014
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What Is Causing Swelling And Pain In Left Calf And Ankle?