Question 1

i have a sharp stabbing pain in my left calf muscle in my left leg , what could it be ?

Accepted Answer

Calf pain: this can be many things.
could be anything from a blood clot, muscle strain, herniated disc (sciatica) or other things.
If it continues you should see your doctor.

Question 2

i heard and felt a pop followed my an intense stabbing pain in my left calf muscle.  felt like achilles rupture but higher up. should i visit the er?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Yes, not because of a possible achilles rupture but stabbing pain in the calf could represent a blood clot.  That's definitely a possible emergency.

Question 3

pain in calf to left side, stabbing pain that lasts for few seconds then goes and then comes back been going on now for a hour! muscle or nerve pain?

Accepted Answer

Many possibilities.: There are a number of possibilities, including vascular, fascial, bone, muscle or nerve pain. They range from minor problems to serious conditions. If the pain does not resolve on its own, see your doctor who can take a history and examine you. If necessary, diagnostic tests may be helpful in establishing a diagnosis. Hope you feel better soon.

Question 4

i keep getting sharp stabbing pain in the heels of my feet and in my calf muscle only on my right leg with a little swelling. what could be causing it? and what can i do to get it to stop?

Accepted Answer

Leg swelling &amp; pain: Leg swelling and pain  concerning for a blood clot in the calf. This is more common during and soon after pregnancy.  I see you had a tubal ligation, recently? If you have not been evaluated, you should get an exam and an ultrasound (if anyone is worried you may have a blood clot). Blood clots in the leg can cause embolism to the lungs and brain. Please do not wait to get seen.

Question 5

stabbing pain in calf. no clots found. any ideas?

Accepted Answer

You might: Have ruptured tendon.  If it persists, consult with ortho surgeon. Or it could be a nerve or artery problem too.

Question 6

what do you suggest for bad pain in calf muscle what do i do?

Accepted Answer

Get checked.: You should see a non- surgical sports medicine specialist, who can determine if it's just a strain , or something more serious. Icing the calf for 20 minutes at a time, 3-4 times per day, can be helpful. Also, if you can take aleve (naproxen) or advil, as directed, it may help as well.

Question 7

what could be the cause for a sudden sharp pain in calf muscle?

Accepted Answer

Calf pain: Check for blood clot via doppler and exam. Other considerations include referred sciatic pain, stress fracture, muscle strain or spasm.

Question 8

acute pain in calf muscle at a specific spot. i can feel a slight bulge when i touch the spot. the condition exists from several years.

Accepted Answer

May be injured: This sounds like an old injury to the calf muscle which may have resulted in adhesions (scarring) as part of healing.  A new growth must also be ruled out.  A diagnostic ultrasound can be ordered, but an MRI would be more useful.  It needs to be examined.  See a podiatrist, foot/ankle specialist or orthopedist.

Question 9

severe pain in calf muscle and a lot of fluid in knee what could cause it?

Accepted Answer

Injury: Fluid around the knee can be caused from trauma and/or injury.  The calf may pain may be a resultant spasm from the injury.  I would recommend following up with your pcp and/or pain specialist on this.

Question 10

achy & pinching pain in calf muscle that comes & goes. feels good when i stretch it out. is it a blood clot?

Accepted Answer

Doubtful: Classic findings with blood clot is increased pain and tenderness with stretching of the calf muscle. If the stretching of the gastrocnemius  and solieus muscles improves the discomfort than that would be evidence against a blood clot

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I have a sharp stabbing pain in my left calf muscle in my left leg , what could it be ?

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I heard and felt a pop followed my an intense stabbing pain in my left calf muscle. felt like achilles rupture but higher up. should i visit the er?

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Pain in calf to left side, stabbing pain that lasts for few seconds then goes and then comes back been going on now for a hour! muscle or nerve pain?

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I keep getting sharp stabbing pain in the heels of my feet and in my calf muscle only on my right leg with a little swelling. what could be causing it? and what can i do to get it to stop?

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Stabbing pain in calf. no clots found. any ideas?

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What do you suggest for bad pain in calf muscle what do i do?

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What could be the cause for a sudden sharp pain in calf muscle?

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Acute pain in calf muscle at a specific spot. i can feel a slight bulge when i touch the spot. the condition exists from several years.

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Severe pain in calf muscle and a lot of fluid in knee what could cause it?

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Achy & pinching pain in calf muscle that comes & goes. feels good when i stretch it out. is it a blood clot?

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