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Does a torn knee ligament cause thigh swelling?
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It can: Acutely following that injury can cause edema in the thigh. If this an older injury or you are status post reconstruction could be sign of deep vein thrombosis which needs to be evaluated, talk to your orthopedist.
Answered 7/12/2018
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