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I had a knee arthroscopy 9 days ago and calf still sore, especially when i stretch. today very sore feels like it is not getting better. my knee fine?
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Check for DVT: Calf swelling and pain after knee arthroscopy could be a deep venous thrombosis. If not getting better need to have it checked.
Answered 8/17/2015
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