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Swelling comes suddenly, what can do this, is blood flow blocked somewhere? it bulges to almost 3x it's normal size from halfway above knee and down..

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Dr. Karen Butler answered

Go seek attention no: You need to seek medical attention now. You should not wait. You need to be examined now

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Answered 11/28/2017

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A member asked:

Swelling comes suddenly, what can do this, is blood flow blocked somewhere? it bulges to almost 3x it's normal size from halfway above knee and down..

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Karen Butler answered

Dr Chuu agreed

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