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After DVT detection, when is it recommended to continue rehabilitation for a soleus and gastrocnemius tear?
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I had a calf tear (multifibrillar on soleus and external gastrocnemius) and a big hematoma (9 x 6 x 3 cm). One month later, a DVT was detected on the gastrocnemius vein in the same leg. My question is, when can... Read more
I've injected into the vein in my groin and now my leg is swollen. What should I do?
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I've injected into the vein in my groin and now my leg is swollen. What should I do? I've taken aspirin and kept the leg elevated. Read more
Can you tell me if having great calf pain still after 6 weeks on Eliquis for a gastrocnemius blood clot is likely?
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Difficulty walking. Painful jolts in calf. I'm praying it's not nerve damage. Injury date (slipped onto our dock) was 8/7/18. Diagnosed with a clot 8/31/18. 3 ultrasound over these 6 weeks show the clot is the ... Read more
Can I sleep with my compression stocking if I have a fractured leg?
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Can I sleep with my compression stocking if I have a fractured leg? Read more
I was diagnosed with DVT 1 week ago. I have blood clots in my left lower calf and take Xarelto. Do you recommend compression stockings?
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I had a stress fracture on my left upper shinbone a few weeks ago and blood clots formed as a result of leg inactivity. I’ve been suffering from frequent muscle spasms a day and heard that compression stockin... Read more
What's your advice for a long-haul flight if I have a history of medial gastrocnemius vein thrombosis that is aggravated by air travel?
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A recent history of medial gastrocnemius vein thrombosis without any extension into the deep veins, provoked by air travel, treated with Rivaroxaban for 3 months. I am a mid-age male, physically active, no regu... Read more
The flight socks I bought are causing pain inside my knee. Is there an alternative that would not dig in under my knee when sitting?
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I don't have DVT, but most of the females in my family do. I am flying for 7 hours, followed by a 12-hour stop over & another 6 hr flight.. I bought a pair of flight socks (XL), which were measured... Read more
Is it normal after an IV for the vein to harden about 8 inches and also be extremely sore?
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I had an IV about 8 days ago. Since then, the vein has hardened from my elbow to my wrist, and it is very sore. Is it normal after an IV for the vein to harden about 8 inches and also be extremely sore? Read more
Is it safe to fly long distance 5 weeks after a DVT?
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I am currently on Xeralto. I did not get a PE, it was just a DVT in my left leg. Is it safe to fly long distance? Read more
I am a football player and I am very physically active everyday. My vein is out over my ankle bone. Any thoughts?
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I noticed a tightening from my groin to my ankle. I was wondering if I possibly pulled a tendon. If I relax, the vein disappears on the ankle bone. If I am active it comes out. I had a blood clot in my other ca... Read more
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Clips were left in my calf after surgery. I have ongoing symptoms. Is this normal?
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My calf never healed. It still gets bright red and warm, and fluid leaks which causes a dry, crusty film.My primary physician says he's not sure and to put neosporin on it. It's been 14 years. Read more
Can my DVT had been caused from sitting on my leg over many years? Despite working a lot less lately, a DVT formed. Years of accumulated damage?
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For many years I have sat at my desk with my right leg tucked under my left leg. My right ankle was right below my left thigh slightly down from the buttocks. My left foot was on the floor, with the right leg b... Read more
I have a DVT in my calf. Is it OK to get a massage in my shoulder/back area? Not on my calf.
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Also, is it OK to use the TENS unit on the arches of my feet? Read more
I had triple DVT's in both legs 30 years ago. Recently I had a rapid increase in the number of surface veins and phlebitis—worried.
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I'm anti-coagulated with Warfarin and control my dosage at home with a blood test device. The initial DVT's were caused by bed rest after sciatica and a genetic protein S deficiency. I have been active working ... Read more
I'm a 26 year old female. I had operations on both legs. They gave the injection in veins and some they took out. It's been 4 days now.
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I have very heavy pain from my ankle to my knee. The ankle is swollen heavily and it hurts even if I lay down. I can hardly walk to the bathroom as the pain is so heavy. I've been to my doctor and he said it's ... Read more
I broke my pelvis in December and have been off my legs 12 weeks with shots in stomach the first 2 weeks after surgery.
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My foot was red and swollen Jan and Feb. They discovered DVT in most of my thigh. My doctor put me on Xarelto but said compression is not necessary. 3 weeks later my foot is still red. What should I do? Please ... Read more
6 weeks after DVT diagnosis (injury immobilization) I have terrible feelings of leg heaviness. Is it PTS or venous reflux or can it be injury related?
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I had a knee injury. After immobilization I got DVT and after 2 weeks I started working on my thigh strengthening and knee flexion. After another 3 weeks I stopped using crutches but now I feel terrible leg h... Read more
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