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If there were a blood clot in the leg, how long would it take to become harmful?

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Dr. Mathew Chengot answered

Specializes in Cardiology

Depends: Depending on the size and loaction it is significant needed treatment.

Dr Sparacino agreed

Answered 7/13/2019

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