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A member asked:

I have a stiff swollen right calf. i can walk and there was no trauma, just random. why would it swell?

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Dr. Steven Sheskier answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Surgery

Strain vs. bloodclot: See a doctor there is a possibility you have a blood clot (DVT) in your leg which can have serious consequences. It could be caused by a muscle strain (tearing of the muscle). Get checked out asap!

Answered 6/10/2014

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