Question 1

does a hyperextended knee also lead to calf swelling?

Accepted Answer

Yes, calf X's knee: The calf muscles cross the back of the knee as they originate from the back of the thigh bone next to the knee capsule. When the knee hyperextends, the back of the knee often over stretches. This can cause injury to your knee that includes the posterior capsule and juxtaposed calf muscles. The calf muscles can become strained or torn causing pain and swelling in the injured calf muscle.

Question 2

calf swelling and dull pain after exercise, moving to back of knee.  not dvt, abi okay.  could it be vein insufficient deep in calf?  can it be fixed?

Accepted Answer

Calf: Knee pain and swelling differential: DVT, muscle injury Baker cyst, Effusion

Question 3

edema in leg. swelling red spots ankle swollen hurting tightening, calf swelling up to knee stings saw dr today nothing was done i'm concerned of celllitis should i goto er? or can this wait til tmrw?

Accepted Answer

Go to ER now.: It could be something serious requiring immediate treatment.

Question 4

i am experiencing  leg pain, leg swelling and calf swelling my leg is red hot to touch my gp is not open don't know what to do ?

Accepted Answer

Usually an emergency: Calf-swelling with pain is usually an emergency because doctors want to evaluate the patient to see if there is a blood clot in the leg. Such a clot can break off a chunk, flow to the lungs, and be fatal. There are other causes of leg pain and swelling, but always rule out the potentially lethal ones first. One should tell doctors about any surgeries, injuries, medications, prolonged sitting, etc.

Question 5

i am experiencing  calf pain and calf swelling. the following also describe me: lower leg pain and leg tenderness. what should i do?

Accepted Answer

Why RU waiting?: Calf pain and swelling are at least two of the ingredients describing the possibility of a blood clot or blood vessel inflammation in the leg. I would not wait for the third. Failure to not treat a clot could be catastrophic. To remove all doubt, get ton urgent care ASAP.

Question 6

i am experiencing  leg pain, varicose veins, difficulty walking and calf swelling. the following also describe me: leg swelling and leg tenderness. what should i do?

Accepted Answer

Be seen: You need to be seen particularly if the symptoms are new or worsening.  If you have a history of varicose veins, you should be evaluated by a vascular surgeon promptly.

Question 7

how long does it take for knee swelling to go down around upper knee after a hyperextended knee?

Accepted Answer

Knee swelling: It depends upon the amount of energy and injury-type. A quad pull or partial tear may stay swollen. A hematoma may stay swollen. A synovitis may wax and wane. Should be examined if not improved.

Question 8

bone pain in left leg below knee, hurts more when resting, no swelling and i lead a last lifestyle, only walking 5mins a day now?

Accepted Answer

There: Is a growth plate right there on the tibia plateau that gets sore during activity. Ice, rest, topical anti-inflammatory, it should pass. If persist discuss with orthopedics.

Question 9

yes i have right knee pain and calf is swelling?

Accepted Answer

Be seen: There are multiple potential causes; but because one of them is a blood clot in the deep venous system and that is potentially life threatening, you would be wise to be seen and thoroughly evaluated.

Question 10

is it normal to feel a pulse in calf below knee.there is no pain or swelling.im a 48 year old female?

Accepted Answer

Yes: If the pulse you feel is in the back of the knee or just below it, you are feeling your popliteal artery.

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Does a hyperextended knee also lead to calf swelling

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Does a hyperextended knee also lead to calf swelling?

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Calf swelling and dull pain after exercise, moving to back of knee. not dvt, abi okay. could it be vein insufficient deep in calf? can it be fixed?

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Edema in leg. swelling red spots ankle swollen hurting tightening, calf swelling up to knee stings saw dr today nothing was done i'm concerned of celllitis should i goto er? or can this wait til tmrw?

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I am experiencing leg pain, leg swelling and calf swelling my leg is red hot to touch my gp is not open don't know what to do ?

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I am experiencing calf pain and calf swelling. the following also describe me: lower leg pain and leg tenderness. what should i do?

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I am experiencing leg pain, varicose veins, difficulty walking and calf swelling. the following also describe me: leg swelling and leg tenderness. what should i do?

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How long does it take for knee swelling to go down around upper knee after a hyperextended knee?

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Bone pain in left leg below knee, hurts more when resting, no swelling and i lead a last lifestyle, only walking 5mins a day now?

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Yes i have right knee pain and calf is swelling?

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Is it normal to feel a pulse in calf below knee.there is no pain or swelling.im a 48 year old female?

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