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What type of doctor is best to see for a swollen leg?

5 doctors weighed in across 3 answers

Primary Care Doctor: There are many, many different causes of leg swelling--the best place to begin would be with your primary care physician. They will help identify the correct diagnosis and treatment.

Answered 3/20/2013

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Family doctor: Your family physician that you have seen would be the best as he/she would know you, what your medical conditions have been, and what the best tests may be for you.

Answered 8/9/2012

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Dr. Edward Hellman answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Primary care doctor: Because there are multiple potential causes for swelling in a leg, it would likely be best to see a primary care doctor first. If they need to get a specialist involved they can then refer you to one. This will decrease the likelihood you will end up going to the wrong specialist.

Answered 3/14/2017

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