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I have been diagnosed with a blood clot in my calf muscle'ssural vein, post foot surgery. i am on blood thinners etc. and bed ridden for about 4 days. what should i do?

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Get out of bed!: With this problem you don't need to be bedridden. You can be up and active. Continue to take the anticoagulants for three months. At that point you will need a repeat ultrasound. Wear the compression hose. Good luck.

Dr Beresh and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 11/27/2017

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Dr. Thomas Inwood answered

Specializes in Podiatry

Clot: Follow the directions of the treating physician. Good luck.

Dr Ihle and another doctor agreed

Answered 12/15/2013

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