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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

Specializes in Family Medicine

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.

Answered 6/25/2016

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Dr. Robert WorthingtonKirsch answered

Specializes in Phlebology

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.

Dr King agreed

Answered 4/16/2018

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