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I have a heat spot on my right leg below my knee, im worried about a blood clot. they are giving me a ultrasound on my lower leg, is it accurate?

8 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Yes.: An ultrasound is an appropriate test if they suspect a blood clot in your leg.

Dr Villaplana and 5 doctors agreed

Answered 11/27/2017

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Blood clot: yes an ultrasound will reveal if this is a blood clot

Answered 2/24/2018

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