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There is swelling on my left leg without any injury and it pains when i use to move my leg. what is it ?

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Dr. Marc Dehart answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Leg swelling: Pain and swelling of the leg can be many things. Blood clots (deep vein thrombosis), lympadema, tumors, infections can all be problems. See a doctor right away.

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Answered 5/5/2015

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A member asked:

There is swelling on my left leg without any injury and it pains when i use to move my leg. what is it ?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Marc Dehart answered

Dr Ali agreed

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