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Bruising along vein of inner calf. is this a sign of dvt? having some cramps as well.

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Dr. Creighton Wright answered

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Unlikely: Deep veins are deep! And nearer the bone. The skin deep,veins can be diseased and feel discomfort, or a thick cord of clot in the superficial vein. Local trauma more likely, but easy to be examined and ultrasound.

Dr Gowans agreed

Answered 8/23/2014

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