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The back of my left leg is very swollen since last month and very tender. have gone to many doctors but can't find out the cause. where should i go?

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Dr. Peter Ihle answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

If it is sore if you: -squeeze it with your hands, compressing the leg it's a sigh of possible venous thrombosis & needs treatment. Have an internist evaluate you leg, & get referred if needed.

Answered 8/15/2015

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A member asked:

The back of my left leg is very swollen since last month and very tender. have gone to many doctors but can't find out the cause. where should i go?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Peter Ihle answered

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