Question 1

can cramps in the legs be a sign of a blood clot?

Accepted Answer

Could be.: Risk factors for a blood clot in the leg include a large, swollen leg or calf, recent surgery or immobilization, having active cancer, or a blood clot in the past.  If all you're having are cramps, especially if it's happening in both legs, it's most likely not a blood clot.

Question 2

can blood clots have anything to do wtih leg cramps?

Accepted Answer

Depends: You can have clots or occlusions of either your arteries or veins. 
Artery blood clot-underlying serious mediacal condition-seek treatment
venous clot-legs swell and hurt-not cramps.

Question 3

what is the difference in feeling of blood clots and leg cramps?

Accepted Answer

They feel similar: If you have  a large blood clot in your leg, you have an emergency that can kill you. The blood clot can break off and get stuck in your lungs. Call your doctor! he can test you for the clot and put you on blood thinners that will allow the clot to stabilize and dissolve.

Question 4

dr prescribed metoprolol 50mg for fast heart rate and anxiety, a friend warned to beware of leg cramps. can this medicine increase risk of blood clots?

Accepted Answer

NO: There is NO medical connection between the use of BETA BLOCKERS (eg Metoprolol)  and thrombophlebitis!
(Blood Clots)

Hope this helps!

DR Z

Question 5

what's wrong with me? adominal bloating and ache backache sore breasts neasouse irregular periods blood clots leg cramps and swollen considpation

Accepted Answer

Abd. pain, nausea,: There are many possibilities for the cause or causes of your problem.  Make an appointment to see your doctor for a complete exam to find out what is wrong.

Question 6

could this be a sign of blood clots? i am on the pill now for 5 months. monday of last week i noticed an odd ache in my left calf muscle and ankle, no over exercise or stretching to cause this. next day same thing but the cramps a little worse so i took s

Accepted Answer

Signs : Signs of a blood clot include calf aching, cramping, swelling, and sometimes pain in the upper leg or even groin.  Pain is usually worse when the leg is hanging down.  The pain is in the soft part of the lower leg.  Chest pain and shortness of breath are signs of a clot that has gone to the lungs.  Risk factors for deep venous thrombosis include oral contraceptives use, blood disorders such as factor c, s, or other blood disorders, family history, obesity, immobilization such as in a cast or a patient at bedrest, and travel.   Diagnosis is made by an ultrasound study (duplex) of the leg.

Question 7

how do i tell the diff between a blood clot cramp and just a leg cramp? and leg is a little achy. really nervous please help.

Accepted Answer

It is sometimes: difficult to tell the difference between the two, even for experienced clinicians.  Only way to know for sure is with venous duplex.  Depending on your risk factors and clinical exam, your doctor can order this test if it is appropriate.  It could be something else also, such as tendon rupture or hematoma.

Question 8

what does  a blood clot  on leg feel like ,  like a annoying cramp?

Accepted Answer

Like a cramp: A blood clot on the leg, usually presents as a painful cramp in the calve.  Some are symptoms are typically swelling and discoloration of the extremity.  The laster two definitely tell you that a vinous doppler would be in order ASAP.  A blood clot in the leg can dislodge and travel to the lungs as a pulmonary embolism and this can be life threatening.

Question 9

i had a blood clot 6 month ago, over last 2 months iv been gettin terrible pins and needle like cramp in my leg when im relaxing?

Accepted Answer

Post-thrombotic snd: The first concern is that you may have a recurrence of your clot, however more likely you now have some degree of venous insufficiency -- damage to the valves in your veins from the clot. This is easily treated by compression stockings, but you will need an ultrasound first.

Question 10

what are some indicators that someone might be experiencing a leg/hamstring cramp instead of a blood clot?

Accepted Answer

: Not all clots are painful but all cramps are painful. Swelling can be associated with clot formation but not associated with cramping. You are playing with life and death diagnosis and decisions. Please be advised by your family doctor or a doctor of hematology

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Dr prescribed metoprolol 50mg for fast heart rate and anxiety, a friend warned to beware of leg cramps. can this medicine increase risk of blood clots?

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What's wrong with me? adominal bloating and ache backache sore breasts neasouse irregular periods blood clots leg cramps and swollen considpation

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Could this be a sign of blood clots? i am on the pill now for 5 months. monday of last week i noticed an odd ache in my left calf muscle and ankle, no over exercise or stretching to cause this. next day same thing but the cramps a little worse so i took s

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How do i tell the diff between a blood clot cramp and just a leg cramp? and leg is a little achy. really nervous please help.

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What does a blood clot on leg feel like , like a annoying cramp?

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I had a blood clot 6 month ago, over last 2 months iv been gettin terrible pins and needle like cramp in my leg when im relaxing?

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What are some indicators that someone might be experiencing a leg/hamstring cramp instead of a blood clot?

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