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I had pe after my 3rd baby and now am pregnant with 4rth i started my lovenox (enoxaparin) injections am in week 9 i and am having pain in my leg veins. is it norm?

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Dr. John Landi answered

Specializes in Phlebology

Need vein ultrasound: Since you have had a PE in the past and seem to be at risk for DVT, you should have a venous ultrasound to rule out a leg DVT. An ultrasound poses no risk to the fetus.

Answered 3/20/2015

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