Fort Worth, TX
A 32-year-old female asked:
just had c-section few days ago. yesterday noticed swollen legs, feet, ankle. called drs office was told swelling normal after birth. ?
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Dr. Thomas Heston answered
Family Medicine 29 years experience
OK: Sounds like you are doing the right thing. When you have concerns, you are letting your physician know. Things should gradually improve. Good luck.
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Dr. Robert WorthingtonKirsch answered
Phlebology 35 years experience
Should be evaluated: Edema after c-section could be normal. However, swelling of the extremities after a major abdominal surgery could be a sign of DVT and should be further evaluated.
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I think that Dr. Worthinton-Kirsch is absolutely right.
Feb 27, 2013
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