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My husband(age69) has what appears to be a broken blood vessel or clot on the middle of the bottom of his foot. has moderate pain when he stands or walks. he has also had some vein issues on this same leg and a sore knee. where should we go from here?

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Dr. Cornelius Oleary
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Urgent Care 21 years experience
Ortho consult: 69 year old gentleman with ecchymosis on bottom of foot, moderate pain standing or walking, unknown onset, location, and duration of pain. Also c/o pain in knee and possible venous issues of unknown type. You should visit an orthopaedic surgeon for a medical history and physical exam. The orthopaedic surgeon can perform imaging of your husband's lower extremity and evaluate any problems. Good luck
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