A 43-year-old female asked:
i've got a swollen leg with a painful calf from back off knee. calf is starting too bulge. am taking naprosyn (naproxen) ec 500 mg with furosemide 20 mg?
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Dr. Mark Dickson answered
23 years experience General Surgery
May be a big problem: There are different possible causes for this. A blood clot in the deep vein needs treatment right away. So does a problem with the blood supply to the lower leg and foot. An infection or injury to the muscles can also cause it and needs treatment also. Go to the nearest ER tonight to start the evaluation and begin appropriate treatment if necessary.
Answered on Aug 19, 2017
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Chill and NSAID: fluid in the joint is a natural reaction to injury, and takes time to re-absorb. NSAID like Naprosyn (naproxen) helps limit the inflammatory response. ... Read More
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Dr. Warren Wolfe answered
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Need more info: Sounds like you have a problem with you knee that need care now. You will need an x-ray and depending on the finding need more treatment. I would sugg ... Read More
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Reduce intensity: Reduce the intensity of exercise. What you described suggests a compartment syndrome. Elevate your legs to facilitate blood drainage.
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