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Are there any rheumatic diseases that cause a unilateral, cold and swollen posterior calf?

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Get help: Rheumatic diseases usually do not cause unilateral symptoms, but they can. A swollen calf can be due to infection or due to blood clots. Only way to find out is to see your doctor or go to an urgent care or ER.

Dr Rhoads and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 8/28/2014

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