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I have swollen, puffy legs. it doesn't hirt to bend though. thigh to the knee hurts. shooting pains up to the knee. what can that be?

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Get leg examined: It is impossible to say without a more thorough history and an exam of the leg. Have the leg examined.

Dr Kuitems and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 4/20/2023

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