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Can altered gait due to injury of ankle and knee cause pain and swelling in the hamstring?

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

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Pain in hamstring: Since you had trauma to your leg, have your hamstring checked for a deep vein thrombosis

Answered 11/2/2016

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Dr. Susan Arnoult answered

Oh yes!: Any alteration in your gait due to an injury can then in turn cause other problems. I would see a physical therapist to begin some treatment if possible.

Dr Fowler and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 11/29/2014

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A member asked:

Can altered gait due to injury of ankle and knee cause pain and swelling in the hamstring?

6 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Dr. Susan Arnoult answered

Dr Fowler and 3 doctors agreed

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