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Ran marathon last wk. had calf pain/weakness for 3 weeks b4; now worse. read dvt is often mistaken for calf pain. on birth control. should i worry?
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Probably not.: I would worry less since you ran a marathon last week! That's awesome! I know MY calves would be sore if I ran that far! I would say most runners will have sore calves after a marathon! BCPs do increase risk of DVT as does smoking, and inactivity (running is very active!). DVTs are usually unilateral, so if both calves are sore, it is probably muscle aches. If calf is hot, swollen, or numb see MD.
Answered 9/28/2016
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No, but Evaluation: I wouldn't worry because it is a waste of energy, But I am concerned with what you are telling me. You need an evaluation for this asap.
Answered 11/12/2014
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