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Dull ache in left calf for 2 weeks. not sore to touch, no redness or swelling. lessens when walking. 28 yr old female, 135lbs, smoke half pack a day.
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Must be evaluated: Any unexplained ongoing calf pain must be evaluated at the ER to rule out a DVT ( deep vein thrombosis= clot ). Please do not ignore these symptoms and you will need venous Doppler studies of your lower legs.
Answered 7/11/2016
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